Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
Order Code: CMP
Order Form: Laboratory Requisition
Specimen:
Plasma
Collection Medium:
Plasma Separator Tube
Alternate Collection Media:
Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection containers.
Minimum:
3 mL whole blood in a light green top tube or TWO microtainers.
Testing Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Analytic Time:
1 hour (upon receipt in laboratory)
Reference Range:
Refer to individual components.
Comments:
Follow the sample processing instructions in order to limit the preanalytical variables which can effect results. Contact the Technical Service Representative if you need assistance.
Methodology:
Refer to individual components.
Sample Processing:
Allow the specimen to clot for approximately 30 minutes.
Centrifuge at 3000 RPM for 10 minutes.
Label transport tube with two patient identifiers, date and time of collection.
If the separator gel does not create a sufficient barrier between the plasma and cells, aliquot the plasma to an appropriate transport vial.
Sample Storage:
Refrigerate.
Transport Instructions:
Place specimen into zip-lock type bag, seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
CPT Code:
80053
 
See also:
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), Plasma
Albumin, Plasma
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST), Plasma
Bilirubin, Total, Plasma
Calcium (Total), Plasma
Carbon Dioxide (CO2 Content), Plasma
Chloride, Plasma
Creatinine, Plasma
Glucose, Plasma
Phosphatase, Alkaline, Plasma
Potassium, Plasma
Sodium, Plasma
Total Protein, Plasma
Urea Nitrogen, Plasma