pH, VENOUS
| Synonyms: | |
| Computer Code: | (PHV) |
| Specimen Collection: | Must be done at AMC Hospital. 1 mL heparinized venous blood in capped syringe at room temperature. Pediatrics: Heparinized capillary tube. |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Transport to lab within 30 minutes of collection. |
| Reference Values: | 0 Day, Full Term: 7.29-7.48 1 Day-Adult: 7.32-7.43 |
| 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 |