Renal Function Panel without eGFR
Test Code
Clinical Significance
Renal Function Panel without eGFR - This panel is usually ordered to monitor patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) or as part of a health examination for individuals at high risk of developing kidney diseases [1].
Kidney disease is more likely to develop in individuals with certain conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and a family history of kidney disease. Early symptoms of kidney diseases are often non-specific. This panel is commonly ordered during wellness checks and emergency-room admissions when symptoms and signs are suggestive of kidney diseases. National Kidney Foundation recommends ...
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Test Details
Albumin, BUN/Creatinine Ratio (calculated), Calcium, Carbon Dioxide, Creatinine, Chloride, Glucose, Phosphate (as Phosphorus), Potassium, Sodium, Urea Nitrogen
Methodology
Reference Range(s)
Preferred Specimen(s)
2 mL serum
Minimum Volume
1 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
Moderate to gross hemolysis
Setup Schedule
1 mL
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: 28 days