Basic Metabolic Panel without Calcium and Glomerular Filtration Rate, Estimated (eGFR) 

Basic Metabolic Panel without Calcium and Glomerular Filtration Rate, Estimated (eGFR) 

Test Code

19113
80051, 82565, 82947, 84520
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
19113
80051, 82565, 82947, 84520
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
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Clinical Significance

Basic Metabolic Panel without Calcium and Glomerular Filtration Rate, Estimated (eGFR)  - This panel comprises a group of 7 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, ...

Test Resources

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Test Details

Includes

  • Glucose, Urea Nitrogen (BUN), Creatinine, BUN/Creatinine Ratio (calculated), Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Carbon Dioxide

Methodology

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Reference Range(s)

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LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

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

Methodology

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Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report

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

Gross hemolysis • Plasma

Setup Schedule

2 mL serum

1 mL

Serum separator tube (SST)
Room temperature
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: 28 days
Gross hemolysis • Plasma
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Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

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

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