K

Potassium, Serum or Plasma

EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2343

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
CPT Codes:

84132 - Potassium (EAP 30014340)

Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Method:
ISE indirect
Reference Ranges:

3.4 - 5.1 mEq/L

Critical values:

< 1 year: < 3.0 mEq/L or > 7.0 mEq/L

> 1 year: < 2.7 mEq/L or > 6.0 mEq/L

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