Test Code Renal RENAL PANEL
Aliasis
RFP
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required
Collection Method
Venous collection
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Container
Lt Green / Plasma Separator / Lithium Heparin
Preferred Specimen
Light Green Top (lithium heparin) plasma
Acceptable Specimen(s)
Serum:
-Gold Top SST
-Red Top
Plasma:
-Lt Green top (lithium heparin)
Reference or Target Ranges
Refer to individual test components for more information
Reportable Units
Varies
Critical Value
Refer to individual test components for more information
Reasons for Rejection
Hemolysis Threshold: |
See individual tests |
Icterus Threshold: |
See individual tests |
Lipemia Threshold: |
See individual tests |
Other: |
QNS, contaminated, improperly labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
Ambient |
8 Hours |
Refrigerated |
7 Days |
Performance Information
Days and Time Performed |
24/7 |
Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 Hour, Routine: 4 Hours |
Stat Availability |
Yes |
Performing Bench |
CRMC Chemistry |
Methodology/Method Description |
Atellica |
Additional Information / Important Notes
Panel Components:
-Sodium
-Potassium
-Chloride
-CO2
-Anion Gap (calculated)
-Glucose
-BUN
-Creatinine
-GFR (calculated)
-Calcium
-Albumin
-Phosphorus
Methodology/Method Description
Atellica CH Analyzer
CPT Codes
80069