Test Code 2500115 POTASSIUM
Specimen Requirements
1.0 mL Serum or Heparanized Plasma
Specimen Stability Information
4 days 2-8°C
Reference Values
3.5-5.1 mEq/L
Critial Values
</= 2.5 or >/= 8.0 mEq/L
Reject Due To
Mild Hemolysis
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Special Instructions
Avoid hemolysis
CPT
84132
LOINC
2823-3
Methodology
ISE indirect