Laboratory Services
Potassium, plasma
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| Test Description |
Potassium, plasma
|
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|---|---|---|
| Synonym(s) |
KP, K |
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| Test ID |
KP
|
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| Specimen Type |
Plasma |
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| Specimen Requirements |
Green |
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| Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
Sample needs to be spun and aliquoted off immediately after drawing. |
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| Minimum Sample Volume |
1 mL |
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| Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable) |
500 uL |
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| Stability |
14 days at 15-25°C |
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| Unacceptable Specimen Conditions |
Hemolyzed or grossly lipemic samples, unspun samples, samples received not aliquoted |
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| Methodology |
Ion Selective Electrode |
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| Estimated TAT |
0-2 days |
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday |
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| CPT Code(s) |
84132 |
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| Reference Range |
Adult: 3.4-4.5 mmol/L |
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| Performing Lab |
Incyte Diagnostics |
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| LOINC Code(s) |
2823-3 |
