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Potassium, Urine Random

Message
Testing is performed in the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820
08.2018


Test Code
UK


Alias/See Also
Potassium
Potassium, Urine Timed


CPT Codes
84133

Preferred Specimen
Urine


Minimum Volume
3 mL


Instructions
Perform within 2 hours of collection


Transport Container
Sterile, screw cap cup


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
None established


Clinical Significance
This test is used in assessing the cause of hyper- or hypokalemia.




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.