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Basic Metabolic Profile
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Methodology: | See individual components. |
Performed: | Sun-Sat |
Reported: | 1-2 days |
Specimen Required: | Patients Preparation: Prior to sample collection, an 8-12 hour fast is recommended but not required for the patient. Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST). Specimen Preparation: Use all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Allow blood samples to clot (15 mins). Separate the serum from the cells by centrifuging for 10 minutes to minimize loss of glucose through glycolysis. Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Stability: After separation of cells: Refrigerated: 3 days; Frozen 2 weeks Rejection Criteria: Any sample that is mislabeled; Any broken or damaged tubes. Components: 117 – Glucose 136 – BUN 112 – Creatinine 166 – BUN/Creatinine Ratio 133 – Sodium 134 – Potassium 135 – Chloride 130 – Carbon Dioxide 103 – Calcium EGFR – Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) NOTE: * This test is approved for all states. * Performing Lab Accu Reference Medical Laboratory |
CPT Code(s): | 80048 |