Sodium
Test Code
NA
Description
Sodium measurements are useful in the diagnosis and treatment of aldosteronism, diabetes insipidus, adrenal hypertension, Addison's Disease, dehydration, inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion, or other diseases involving electrolyte imbalance.
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.1 mL
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Frozen. Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Stability after cell separation:
1 week @ RT (15-25°C)
1 week refrigerated at 2-8°C
Performed
Monday - Friday
Methodology
Ion Selective Electrode
Turnaround Time
4 hour routine, 1 hour STAT
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
NA
Study Offerings
Not offered
Reference Interval
|
Newborn - 11 Months |
131-145 |
131-145 |
|
1 Year - 4 Years |
132-143 |
132-143 |
|
5 Years - 9 Years |
135-143 |
135-143 |
|
10 years -15 years |
133-143 |
133-143 |
|
16+ years |
132-150 |
132-150 |
CPT Code
84295
New York Approved
FDA Approved or Cleared
FDA
Approved or Cleared