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HelpTest ID BLOD1017 Comprehensive Metabolic Panel Under 1 Month
AKA
CMP, Comp Met
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum (preferred)
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum (preferred)
Light Green top (Lithium Heparin w/gel) tube - Plasma
Specimen should be protected from light. Prompt separation of serum/plasma from cells is essential.
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL (pediatric minimum) |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 2 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 72 hours | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
Testing includes: Glucose, BUN, Creatinine, BUN/Creat Ratio, Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, CO2, Anion Gap, Calcium, Total Protein,Albumin, Alkaline Phosphatase, AST, ALT and Total Bilirubin.
Methodology
See individual tests
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
80053