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HelpTest Code LAB1486 Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
Aliases
CMP
Performing Section
Chemistry
Special Collection Notes
Capillary draws must be free flowing to prevent hemolysis.
Specimen Type
Serum/Plasma:
Light Green Top Tube-Lithium Heparin (Preferred)
Gold Top Tube-SST
Red Top Tube-Plain
Specimen Volume
Preferred: 2.0 mL
Minimum: 1.5 mL
Processing Instructions
CENTRIFUGE sample per procedure.
Store and send sample refrigerated via courier.
Temperature
Refrigerated
TAT
Routine: 90 minutes
STAT: 35 minutes
Test Components
Sodium
Potassium
Chloride
Bicarbonate
BUN
Creatinine
Glucose
Calcium
Albumin
Total Protein
Total Bilirubin
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALKP)
Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST)
CPT
80053
Sample Stability
Refrigerated: 3 days
Reference Range
Contact lab for reference range.