| Synonyms:
| Cl |
| Specimen: | Blood; (1) SST (serum separator), Red (no preservative) or Green (lithium heparin) top vacutainer tube. |
| Volume: | Full primary tube. |
| Minimum Volume: | 100 microL serum/plasma |
| Collection: | If tube other than an SST or PST (plasma separator tube) is collected, transfer serum or plasma to a tightly capped plastic aliquot tube within 2 hours of collection for transport.
Refrigerate at 2-8°C for 7 days.
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| Rejection Criteria: | Improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | 96 - 109 mmol/L |
| Methodology: | |
| Test Use: | Used to evaluate electrolytes, acid-base balance and water balance. |
| Additional Information: | No Additional Information Listed |
| Testing Includes: | Chloride |
| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |