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HelpTest Code LAB1489 Basic Metabolic Panel
Aliases
BMP
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: 1.5 mL
Minimum: 0.6mL
Temperature
Refrigerated
Sample Stability
Refrigerated: 3 days
TAT
Routine: 90 minutes
STAT: 35 minutes
Test Components
Sodium
Potassium
Chloride
Bicarbonate
BUN
Creatinine
Glucose
Calcium
Reference Range
Contact lab for reference range.
CPT
80048
Performing Section
Chemistry