Test Code LAB113 Phosphorous
Specimen Requirement
0.5 ml serum or Li heparin plasma; SST and PST acceptable.
Avoid prolonged contact with red blood cells.
Specimen Stability
1 day at 20-25° C
4 days at 2-8° C
1 year at -20° C
Testing Schedule
Daily
Reference Range
2.5 – 4.9 mg/dL
Testing Department
Chemistry
Method
Phosphomolybdate
CPT Code
84100
Additional Testing Locations
This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinics:
- Crookston
- Devils Lake
Please contact appropriate lab location for specific test information, as methodology varies by site.
Outpatient Turnaround Time
24 hours after receipt
Inpatient STAT Turnaround Time
45 minutes after receipt
Inpatient Routine Turnaround Time
4 hours after receipt