BLOOD GAS CORD, ARTERIAL
| Synonyms: | |
| Computer Code: | (CORDA) |
| Specimen Collection: | Must be done at AMC Hospital. 1 mL heparinized arterial blood in capped syringe at room temperature. Pediatrics: Heparinized capillary tube. |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | NA |
| Reference Values: | pH 7.18-7.38 pC02 34 to 78 mm Hg p02 6 to 31 mm Hg Base Excess -2.5 to +2.5 |
| Lab Code: | Chemistry |
| Requisition: | GASES |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | 20 min |
| Stat TAT: | 15 min |
| CPT Code(s): | 82805 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |