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Test Code LAB122 Sodium

Specimen Requirement

0.5 mL Serum or Lithium Heparin plasma. SST and PST are acceptable.

Specimen Stability

14 days at 20-25° C

14 days at 2-8° C

Testing Schedule

Daily

Reference Range

136 - 145 mmol/L

Testing Department

Chemistry

Method

Ion selective electrode diluted (Indirect)

CPT Code

84295

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