SAL
Salicylate, Serum or Plasma
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2387
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Serum gel tube or green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. Indicate serum or plasma on the request form.
2. Label the specimen appropriately (serum or plasma).
Store and Transport:
Room Temperature: < 12 hours
Refrigerated: > 12 hours
Refrigerated: > 12 hours
CPT Codes:
80179 - Salicylate (EAP 30044940)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Method:
Enzymatic
Reference Ranges:
Therapeutic concentration: < 30 mg/dL
Critical value: ≥ 30 mg/dL