Test Code LAB15 Basic Metabolic Panel

Methodology

Profile Information:
Anion Gap (Calculated)	Creatinine
Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)	Glomerular Filtration Rate (Calculated)
Calcium	Glucose
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)	Potassium
Chloride	Sodium

RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/tube: Lt Green/Mint Top (lithium heparin) tube

Acceptable: Serum

Container/Tube: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube

Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.25 mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Refrigerated: 24 hours

Monday through Sunday

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