| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Serum-SST; Fasting | See individual component listing | Refer to Individual Tests |
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
24 hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
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Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
Fasting specimen?: Yes |
Clinical Utility
A common panel of tests that gives the doctor important information about the current status of the kidneys, blood sugar, electrolytes and acid/base balance and response to various medications and other medical therapies.
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CPT Codes
80048
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