| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry | ||||
| Test Name: |
OSMOLALITY (CALCULATED) - (P)
Test Code:
OSCA
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| Clinical Information: |
Osmolality calculation must be ordered as a specific test. When ordered, it will automatically order Na, K, CL, G, U as well as Osmolality (calculated).
The formula by which it is calculated will be: OSMc = 2(Na) + Glucose + Urea Serum is also acceptable. |
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| Specimen Required: |
Plasma: 0.2 mL
Pediatric Plasma: 0.2 mL
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| Availability: |
Stat or Routine
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