Laboratory Medicine Program


Phosphate

Clinical Decription:
The measurement of phosphate is used in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases, parathyroid gland disorders, and Vitamin D imbalance.
<br/><em>c8000</em>

Method: Automated method; c8000

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
0.80 - 1.40 mmol/L

Specimen Type: green,lithium heparin.PST(plasma separator)
Collected In: Lithium heparin
Volume: 3 mL (minimum: 1 mL)

Shipping: room temperature or 4C

Special Instructions: n/a

Testing Schedule(s): on demand.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

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