Test Information:
Potassium is the major intracellular cation. Potassium serum levels is used in the evaluation of electrolyte abnormalities, muscle fatigue, heart arrhythmia, hepatic coma, and renal failure.
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 2 hours from the time of collection.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 14 days - Storage: 15 to 25°C
Stability: 14 days
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours