Potassium
Label Mnemonic: UK
Epic code: LAB668
Order form: Laboratory Requisition
Supply order: Supply Order Form
Billing: Billing Policies
CPT code: 84133
Specimen(s):
Urine 24 hr
Collection Medium:
Urine - 24 hour/timed plastic urine container
Alternate Collection Media:
Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection containers.
Minimum:
24 hr collection; no preservative. Collections other than 24 hr will not be calculated for mEq/24 hr.
Testing Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around Time:
3 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)
Reference Range:
25-125 mEq/24 hr
Methodology:
Ion Selective Electrode
Instructions:
Use no preservative. Submit entire 24 hour collection. Record date and time of collection on requisition.
Sample Processing:
Submit entire 24 hour urine collection in original container.
Label transport tube with two patient identifiers, date and time of collection.
Sample Storage:
Refrigerate.
Transport Instructions:
Place labeled specimen into zip-lock type biohazard bag; seal bag.
Place requisition in bag, seal bag, and tape securely to (urine) container.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
CPT Code:
84133