Electrolyte and Mineral Panel

Test informationDetails
Lab sectionClinical Pathology
Test descriptionTest for the following: Bicarb, Ca, Cl, K, Mg, Na
SpeciesAll
Submission informationDetails
Sample type1 ml of serum or lithium heparinized plasma; no whole blood
ContainerRed top tube or other tube without additive
Special submission instructions
  • Collect blood for serum in red top or serum separator tube.
  • Allow to clot.
  • Spin down within 1 hour of collection and remove serum.
  • Place serum in new red top tube or other tube without additive.
  • Alternatively, collect blood for plasma in a lithium heparinized tube (green top).
  • Remove plasma within 1 hour of collection and place in a red top tube or other tube without additive.
  • Ship samples overnight with cold packs Monday-Thursday.
Turnaround time1 business day