Chloride
Use
Chloride is an essential electrolyte found in the blood that helps maintain fluid balance, blood pressure, and pH levels in the body. High or low levels can indicate various health conditions, such as dehydration, kidney disease, or respiratory issues.
Special Instructions
Discuss any potential medications or supplements with your healthcare provider, as they may affect chloride levels.
Limitations
Chloride levels can be affected by various factors such as medications, recent intake of saline solutions, and hydration status. Results should be interpreted in conjunction with other clinical data and tests.
Methodology
Automated Analyzer (Clinical Chemistry)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Serum separator tube
Collection Instructions
Collect blood in a serum separator tube. Allow the blood to clot and centrifuge within one hour.
Patient Preparation
No special preparation is required.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate after collection.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed specimens
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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