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Test Code LAB15 Basic Metabolic Panel

Specimen Requirement

0.5 mL Lithium Heparin plasma; only PST acceptable

Specimen Stability

7 days at 2-8° C 

Testing Schedule

Daily

Reference Range

Refer to individual assays.

Testing Department

Chemistry

Method

Refer to individual assays (panel tests include calcium,carbon
dioxide, chloride, creatinine, glucose, potassium, sodium, urea
nitrogen)

CPT Code

80048

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.