| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Serum-SST | 7 days 2-8°C | 136-145 mEq/L |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum |
Method
Ion-Selective Electrode (ISE)
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Schedule
Mon-Sat
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Turn-Around Time
24hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
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Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
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Clinical Utility
To determine whether your sodium concentration is within normal limits and to help evaluate electrolyte balance and kidney function; to monitor chronic or acute hypernatremia or hyponatremia.
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CPT Codes
84295
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