Electrolyte Panel, Plasma

Electrolyte Panel, Plasma

Test Code

14964
80051
14964
80051
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Clinical Significance

Electrolyte Panel, Plasma - This panel comprises a group of 4 tests that provide information on an individual's electrolytes, acid-base, and water balance. The panel is usually ordered during hospital and emergency room admission to help diagnose a range of conditions as well as monitor certain conditions or treatments that affect electrolyte balance [1].

Symptoms and signs of electrolyte, acid-base, and water imbalance may include dehydration, edema, vomiting, weakness, confusion, and cardiac arrhythmias. These imbalances may be associated with kidney diseases, respiratory distress, and metabolic disorders [1]. The ...

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Test Details

Includes

  • Carbon Dioxide, Chloride, Potassium, Sodium

Methodology

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Reference Range(s)

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LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

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Carbon Dioxide, Chloride, Potassium, Sodium

Methodology

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Reference Range(s)

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Preferred Specimen(s)

1 mL plasma collected in a lithium heparin (green-top) tube

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Collection Instructions

Separate plasma from cells promptly

Transport Container

Transport tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

  • Room temperature: 72 hours
  • Refrigerated: 72 hours
  • Frozen: 28 days

Reject Criteria

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Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined
1 mL plasma collected in a lithium heparin (green-top) tube
0.5 mL
Separate plasma from cells promptly
Transport tube
Room temperature
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: 28 days
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Service Area must be determined
This test is not available in all locations. Please provide ACCOUNT INFORMATION NEEDED to confirm Test Code for the lab that services your account or to find available tests you can order.
In-home collection is not available in your area through Quest Mobile.
Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

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