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HelpTest Code LAB1486 Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
Aliases
CMP
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
Processing Instructions
CENTRIFUGE sample per procedure.
Store and send sample refrigerated via courier.
Specimen Volume
Preferred: 2.0 mL
Minimum: 1.5 mL
Temperature
Refrigerated
Sample Stability
Refrigerated: 3 days
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)
Reference Range
Contact lab for reference range.
CPT
80053
Performing Section
Chemistry