Test Directory
3211 Creatinine, Serum
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Serum-SST
7 Days 2-8° C
Male: 0.7-1.3 mg/dL
Female: 0.6-1.2 mg/dL
Female: 0.6-1.2 mg/dL
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Method
Colorimetric
Schedule
Mon-Sat
Turn-Around Time
24 hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
Clinical Utility
To determine if the kidneys are functioning normally and to monitor treatment of kidney disease.
CPT Codes
82565
