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Test Code LAB565 Urine Electrolytes

Performing Lab

Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Ordering Recommendations

Identifying a suspected imbalance in electrolytes or acid/base imbalance

Testing includes: Sodium, Potassium, Chloride

Collect

Urine

Collection Device

Sterile Urine Cup, Clear Top No Additive

Specimen Volume

5 mL

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Room Temp

5 Days
Refrigerated  5 Weeks

 

Storage/Transport Temperature

Room Temp, Refrigerated

Minimum Requirements

1 mL

Methodology

Potentiometry Ion Selective Electrode

Start Date

5/20/2020

Last Review Date

7/12/25 ES

Specimen Handling

Room Temp, Refrigerated

Remarks

TURN AROUND TIME

Stat 1 Hour
Routine 8 Hours