Basic Metabolic Panel

Test code

10165

CPT code(s)*

80048

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Clinical significance

Basic Metabolic Panel - This panel comprises a group of 8 specific tests that provide information on the status of an individual?s blood electrolytes, glucose levels, kidney status, and acid-base balance. The panel is usually ordered as part of a routine health examination or physical [1].The Basic Metabolic Panel is also commonly ordered during hospital and emergency-room admission, and to monitor the metabolism and vital signs of hospitalized individuals with conditions, such as hypertension, who are being treated with diuretics or other appropriate interventions. [1].Significant changes in electrolytes, acid-base balance, renal function, and blood glucose may be associated with…

Test resources

Test guide

Laboratory Testing for Chronic Kidney Disease Diagnosis and Management

Details

Test details

Includes

BUN/Creatinine Ratio (calculated), Calcium, Carbon Dioxide, Chloride, Creatinine with GFR Estimated, Glucose, Potassium, Sodium, Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

Methodology

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Alternative name(s)

Metabolic Panels,BMP

Specimen requirements
Patient preparation	Fasting specimen is preferred
Preferred specimen(s)	1 mL serum
Alternative specimen(s)	Spun SST tube
Minimum volume	0.5 mL
Transport container	Serum separator tube (SST)
Transport temperature	Room temperature
Specimen stability	Room temperature: 72 hours Refrigerated: 72 hours Frozen: 28 days
Reject criteria	See individual tests

Reference range(s)

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Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

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