Test Results For:
Chloride
Test Overview
- Test Name
-
Chloride
- Test Code
- CL
Short Description
CL
Test Name
Chloride
Test Code
CL
Category
Biochemistry
TAT
Main Lab:
4
Hour(s)
Family Site:
<5hrs, <4hrs
Specimen(s)
1 x Venous blood - 5 mL Tube - Gold - SST-Serum Separator Tube
Specimen Type
SST-Serum Separator Tube
Specimen Format
Tube
Specimen Colour
Gold
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Sampling Order
2
Origin
Venous blood
Collection Time after baseline
-
Transport Temperature
15-25°C
Accepted Other Specimens
Serum
TAT
Main Lab:
4
Hour(s)
Family Site:
<5hrs, <4hrs
Test Stability
Room Temp:
1 Week(s)
2–8°C:
7 Day(s)
Clinical Interest
Chloride testing is essential for evaluating electrolyte balance, assessing acid-base status, monitoring kidney function, and diagnosing and managing various medical conditions. Abnormal chloride levels should prompt further evaluation to identify the underlying cause and guide appropriate treatment.
Clinical Information Required
-
Patient Collection Note
-
LOINC Code
138-6, 77138-6
Outwork
No