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HelpCatalog ID Sw Cl Chloride, Sweat
CPOE Test Name
Sweat Chloride Level
Synonyms
Sweat test
Specimen Type
Sweat
Specimen Requirements
2 separate sweat chloride vials Sweat
Causes for Rejection
Insufficient quantity; improper collection; improper labeling
Reference Values
CF Unlikely </= 29 mmol/L; Intermediate 30-59 mmol/L; Indicative of CF >/=60 mmol/L
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory, BI 2023 721-2120
Turn Around Time
Routine: 2-4 hrs.; Urgent/Emergent: 2 hrs.
Methodology
AgCl titration
Test Consists
Both chloride concentration and volume of specimen are reported.
CPT / HCPCS Code
82438