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HelpTest Code LAB1179 pH Test, Body Fluid
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| PH, BODY FLUID | LAB1179 | BFPH |
Methodology
pH-Sensitive Glass Electrode in Conjunction with a Reference Electrode
Specimen Requirements
Specimen must be analyzed within 30 minutes of collection.
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Body fluid
Container/Tube: Heparin blood gas syringe
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.15 mL
Collection Instructions: Remove needle, express air bubbles, cap with rubber stopper, and mix well.
Additional Information: Indicate specimen source.
Specimen Type: Body fluid
Container/Tube: Plain, red top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.15 mL
Collection Instructions: No preservative.
Additional Information: Indicate specimen source.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerate OK/Frozen NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
Central Region: St Joseph's Medical Center (Brainerd)
East Region: SMDC Clinical Lab (Duluth), Virginia Hospital Lab
West Region: Fargo Hospital Lab, Fosston Hospital Lab, St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes Hospital Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83986
Reference Values
No established reference values