Test Code COOX ART Co-oximetry, Arterial
Additional Codes
LAB2253
Collection Method
Arterial collection
Minimum Volume
150μl for a full profile from a syringe
Container
Balanced Heparin Syringe
Acceptable Specimens
Arterial collection
Reference or Target Ranges
COMPONENT | Age | Reference Range |
O2 Hb (%) | All ages | 90-95 |
met Hb (%) | All ages |
0-1.5
|
CO Hb (%) |
All ages |
0.5-1.5
|
CO Hb (%) report comment:
Normal environmental exposure: 0.5 - 1.5%
Smokers: < 10%
Toxic concentration: ≥ 20%
Reportable Units
Varies
Critical Value
Component | Age | Critical Low | Critical High |
CO Hb (%) | All ages | Not defined for this assay | ≥20 |
Reasons for Rejection
Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
Icterus Threshold | N/A |
Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly labled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
Samples should be analyzed within 15 minutes from draw to optimize specimen quality. Testing should not be delayed more than 30 minutes from collection.
Performance Information
Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
Expected Turn Around Time | 60 minutes |
Stat Availabilty | Yes |
Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
Methodology/Method Description | GEM Premier 5000 |
CPT Codes
82375
Last review/edit date
March 2024