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Chloride
MessageThis test is available STAT.
It may be ordered individually or as part of an electrolyte, basic or metabolic panel.
Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820
10.2018
It may be ordered individually or as part of an electrolyte, basic or metabolic panel.
Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820
10.2018
Test Code
CL
CPT Codes
82435
Preferred Specimen
Plasma from a green top (PST) tube
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
NULL
Instructions
Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection
Transport Container
Green Top (PST) tube
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 7 days
Methodology
Ion-selective electrode (indirect method)
Setup Schedule
This assay is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Reference Range
96 - 110 MEQ/L (0 - 1 year old)
98 - 110 MEQ/L (> 1 year old)
98 - 110 MEQ/L (> 1 year old)
Clinical Significance
This test is used in the diagnosis and treatment of electrolyte and metabolic disorders.
