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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