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Salicylate, Serum

Message
Day(s) Test Set Up: Monday through Sunday


Test Code
SALICYL


CPT Codes
80196

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL serum


Instructions
Draw blood in a red-top tube. Spin down.


Transport Container
Red Top Tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology

Colorimetric



Reference Range
Therapeutic concentration: <20 mg/dl
Toxic concentration: >30 mg/dl
Lethal concentration: >60 mg/dl


Clinical Significance
Useful for the quantitative measurement of salicylate. Results are used for the diagnosis and treatment of overdose and to monitor salicylate levels to ensure appropriate therapy.



Last Updated: July 13, 2018


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.