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HelpTest Code LAB34 Salicylate
Useful For
Detecting and monitoring salicylate toxicity levels. Salicylate overdose can cause metabolic acidosis with a high anionic gap, gastrointestinal and central nervous system disturbances, as well as encephalopathy and renal failure.
Methodology
Enzymatic/Colorimetric
Performing Laboratory
Bozeman Health Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma or Serum
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel), red top, or gold top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum or Plasma | Ambient | 8 hours |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
Reference Values
No established reference values
Toxic concentration (automatic call-back): >30.0 mg/dL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80179