Phosphorus
Test Code
PHOS
Description
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.1 mL serum
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Frozen. Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Stability after cell separation:
8 hours at RT (15-25°C)
1 week refrigerated at 2-8°C
Performed
Monday - Friday
Methodology
Absorbance
Turnaround Time
4 hour routine, 1 hour STAT
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
Phosphorus, serum; PHOS
Reference Interval
|
Phosphorus, Serum |
Human |
|
|
Male |
Female |
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|
mg/dL |
||
|
1 year - 4 years |
3.4-5.9 |
3.4-5.9 |
|
5 years - 9 years |
2.9-5.9 |
2.9-5.9 |
|
10 years - 14 years |
3.3-6.2 |
3.3-6.2 |
|
15+ years |
2.5-4.6 |
2.5-4.6 |
CPT Code
84100