Test Code OSMOLS Osmolality, Serum
Methodology
Freezing Point Depression
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory/Madison Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s) or a serum gel tube(s). Spin down and send 0.5 mL of serum.
Reference Values
280-300 mosm/Kg
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
83930
Secondary ID
HHA1292
LOINC Coding
Test Name | LOINC Code |
---|---|
Osmolality, Serum |
2692-2 |
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
Serum |
RT, spun |
3 hrs |
Refrigerated |
3 days |
Reject Due To
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Icterus |
Mild: |
NA |
Gross: |
NA |