Epic Test Code LAB434 Potassium: Urine, Random
Performing Location(s)
BMC
Specimen Type
Random Urine
Preferred Container
Random Urine Tube
Minimum Volume to Submit for Testing
5 mL Urine
- Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.
Storage Requirements
Specimens not delivered to laboratory within 1 hour should be refrigerated
Transportation Needs
Deliver specimens to the laboratory within 1 hour of collection.
If not possible see “storage requirements”
Causes for Rejection
Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen
> 12hrs Room Temperature
> 24hrs Refrigerated
Collected with a perservative
Reference Values
Population | Units | Reference Range |
All Populations | mmol/L | 12.0-62.0 |
Days of Analysis
All
Available STAT
Yes
Methodology
Beckman AU/Dx Series
CPT Code
84133
Last Updated
30-July-19