Test Code BF PH PH, Body Fluid
Additional Codes
LAB110
Collection Method
Body Fluid Collection
Container
Sterile container
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Acceptable Specimens
Body Fluids
Reference or Target Ranges
7.40 – 7.50
Reportable Units
pH
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
Icterus Threshold | N/A |
Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
Other | QNS, Clotted, Contaminated, Improperly Labeled, hemolyzed, color interference, sample >2 hrs old, use of any anticoagulant other than heparin. |
Performance Information
Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
Expected Turn Around Time | Stat within 1 hours of arrival in lab Routine within 4 hours of arrival in lab |
Stat Availabilty | Yes |
Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
Methodology/Method Description | pH paper |
Specimen Stability
Ambient | 2 hours |
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | N/A |
Frozen(-70°C to 0°C) | N/A |
CPT Codes
83986
Last review/edit date
March 2024