Test Code SALI Salicylate, Serum or Plasma
Methodology
Immunoassay
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lithium heparin (light green-top)
Acceptable: Serum Gel
Draw blood, spin down and send 1 mL (pediatric: 0.2 mL) of plasma or serum.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
Plasma,lithium heparin / Serum |
Refrigerated |
14 days |
Reference Values
<30 mg/dL
Reject Due To
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
80329
Secondary ID
HHA242
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory/Madison Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Code
Test Name | LOINC Code |
---|---|
Salicylate, Serum or Plasma |
4024-6 |