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Test Name:	BASIC METABOLIC PANEL (BMP) WITH BUN/CREATININE RATIO
Test Code:	2129319
Alias:	LAB3039
CPT Code(s):	80048
Test Includes:	Glucose, Urea Nitrogen (BUN), Creatinine, Sodium (Na), Potassium (K), Chloride (CL), Carbon Dioxide (CO2), Anion Gap, Calcium, GFR (African American), GFR (Others), BUN/Creatinine ratio
Preferred Specimen:	2.0 mL serum
Container:	SST (gold)
Alternate Container:	Lithium heparin (light green)
Minimum Volume:	0.3 mL serum This volume does not allow for repeat testing.
Collection Instructions:	Patient should fast for 8 hours prior to collection, unless instructed differently by physician. Allow specimen to completely clot (this can take up to 60 minutes). Centrifuge for 15 minutes.
Transport Temperature:	Refrigerated
Stability:	Refrigerated: 3 days
Rejection Criteria:	Hemolysis EDTA Plasma
Schedule:	Set up: Daily; Results in 24-48 hours
Method:	Refer to individual tests
Clinical Significance:	The tests in a basic metabolic panel (BMP) can evaluate kidney, electrolyte, acid-base balance, blood sugar, and calcium levels. Significant changes in these test results can indicate acute problems such as kidney failure, insulin shock or diabetic coma, respiratory distress, or heart rhythm changes.
Use:	Updated 4/12/2023
Reference Ranges:	Refer to individual tests

	The CPT codes included in this publication are in accordance with Current Procedural Terminology, a publication of the American Medical Association. CPT codes are provided here for the convenience of our clients; however, correct coding often varies from one carrier to another, and HealthLab may bill specific carriers using codes other than those shown. Clients who bill for services should verify the code(s) with the applicable payor to confirm that their use is appropriate in each case.
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