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HelpTest Code LAB15 Basic Metabolic Panel (C8)
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lithium Heparin (Green Top)
Acceptable: Serum (Red Top)
Specimen Volume: 1mL
Stability:
| Temperature | Time |
| Room Temp 18-28°C | 4 hours |
| Refrigerated 2–8°C | 3 days |
| Frozen <-18°C | N/A |
Additional Instructions
Fasting Preferred.
No hemolysis.
Test Includes
Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, CO2, Glucose, Blood Urea Nitrogen, Creatinine, Calcium
Synonyms
Chemistry
Department
Chemistry