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HelpTest Code KBPOC Potassium, Point of Care, Blood
Specimen Required
Useful For
Medical emergencies or critical invasive procedures where immediate turnaround time for potassium results is necessary
Out-of-hospital testing such as accident scenes and patient transport
Method Name
Ion-Selective Electrode (ISE) Potentiometry
Reporting Name
Potassium, POCT, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood Li HeparinSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood Li Heparin | Ambient | ||
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
<1 year: not established
≥1 year: 3.6-5.2 mmol/L
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 dayPerforming Laboratory
MCHS- MankatoTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
84132
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| KBPOC | Potassium, POCT, B | 32713-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| KBPOC | Potassium, POCT, B | 6298-4 |