Test ID BGAS0002 Blood Gases Capillary
AKA
Gas, ABG
Specimen Type/Requirements
Draw using a balanced heparinized syringe.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 0.5 mL whole blood |
| Minimum Volume | 0.2 mL whole blood |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 30 minutes | Preferred for Transport |
| Refrigerated | N/A | |
| Frozen | N/A |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday-Sunday
Methodology
Electrode
Performing Lab
Sanford Respiratory Therapy Fargo
CPT
82805