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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