Test Code LAB29 Lithium
Intended Use
Used to ensure compliance and to avoid toxicity.
Methodology
Photometric
Performing Laboratory
RCH
Specimen Requirements
Required: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 1 week
Frozen (-20ºC): > 1 week
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80178