Test Information:
This package includes the following tests: Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Carbon Dioxide, BUN, Creatinine.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:|
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
To obtain optimal results, it is recommended to transport freshly collected or aliquoted specimen within 4 hours from the time of collection.
- However, if delay in transportation occurs, it is vital to follow the stipulated storage and stability. Specimen received beyond the stipulated storage and stability is considered “sub-optimal” in nature.
- Aliquot specimen using CLOSED SYSTEM.
- Refer to individual test item for more detailed information specific to this package.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: 20 to 25°C
Stability: 1 day - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 2 weeks
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours