Anion Gap Panel (Electrolyte Balance)

Anion Gap Panel (Electrolyte Balance)

Test Code

21105
80051
21105
80051
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Clinical Significance

Anion Gap Panel (Electrolyte Balance) - This panel comprises a group of 4 tests that provide information on an individual's electrolytes, acid-base, and water balance. A calculated anion gap is included to help diagnose metabolic acidosis. 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 ...

Test Resources

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Test Details

Includes

  • Sodium
  • Potassium
  • Chloride
  • Carbon Dioxide
  • Electrolyte Balance

Methodology

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Reference Range(s)

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LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

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Sodium
Potassium
Chloride
Carbon Dioxide
Electrolyte Balance

Methodology

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Reference Range(s)

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Preferred Specimen(s)

2 mL serum

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Transport Container

Serum separator tube (SST) or Transport tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

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

Reject Criteria

Gross hemolysis • Plasma

Setup Schedule

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2 mL serum
1 mL
Serum separator tube (SST) or Transport tube
Room temperature
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: 28 days
Gross hemolysis • Plasma
Service Area must be determined
Not offered in Quest Nichols Institute - Chantilly, VA | Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano | Quest Nichols Institute -San Juan Capistrano, CA. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.
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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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