Test Code NA Sodium
Additional Codes
Hospital Ordering Code |
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LAB122 SODIUM |
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Green top (lithium heparin)
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Performing Laboratory
Unity Point-Sioux City
CPT
84295
Methodology
Ion-Selective Electrode (ISE)
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday