CPT Code(s):

84295

Other Names:

Sodium (NA)

Test Includes:

Sodium

Specimen Requirements:

Serum(preferred)

Container

SST, Gold

Collection Instructions:

Separate samples as soon as possible

Stability:

Separated Samples are stable for at least 1 week when stored at 2-8˚C

Rejection Criteria / Special Instructions:

Use of anticoagulants containing citrate,fluoride, EDTA and Sodium Heparin. Moderate to to Gross hemolysis; excessive lipemia; improper labeling

Methodology:

Beckman AU 480