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Test Code PHOS Phosphorus, Plama

Important Note

Note: Specimen Requirement Change effective 3/6/24

Additional Codes

Ordering Mnemonic
PHOS

Methodology

Phosphomolybdate Complex

Performing Laboratory

Holland Hospital Laboratory Services

Specimen Requirements

Submit the following specimen:

 

Plasma

Container/Tube: Lithium Heparin (Mint) tube

Specimen Volume: 1 mL of plasma

Collection Instructions:

Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Available STAT

Test Classification and CPT Coding

84100 (HH Bill Code 0205218)

Reference Values

2.7-4.7 mg/dL
Critical values (automatic call-back): ≤1.0 mg/dL or ≥10.0 mg/dL