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HelpTest Code LAB1489 Basic Metabolic Panel
Aliases
BMP
Performing Section
Chemistry
Specimen Type
Serum/Plasma:
Light Green Top Tube-Lithium Heparin (Preferred)
Gold Top Tube-SST
Red Top Tube-Plain
Specimen Volume
Preferred: 1.5 mL
Minimum: 0.6mL
Special Collection Notes
Capillary draws must be free flowing to prevent hemolysis.
Processing Instructions
CENTRIFUGE sample per procedure.
Store and send sample refrigerated via courier.
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