Electrolyte Panel

Label Mnemonic:	E1
Epic code:	LAB941

Chemistry
6240 RCP
356-3527

Specimen(s):

Plasma

Collection Medium:

Plasma Separator Tube 4.5 mL

Alternate Collection Media:

Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection containers.

Minimum:

3 mL of whole blood from light green top tube or ONE Microtainer^®

Testing Schedule:

24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.

Turn Around Time:

1 hour (upon receipt in laboratory)

Reference Range:

Refer to individual components.

Comments:

This panel includes Carbon Dioxide (CO2 Content), Chloride, Potassium, and Sodium.

Methodology:

Refer to individual components.

CPT Code:

80051