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HelpTest Code LAB1820 pH Test, Venous Blood
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| PH, VENOUS | LAB1820 | VENPH |
Methodology
pH-Sensitive Glass Electrode in Conjunction with a Reference Electrode
Specimen Requirements
Specimen must arrive within 30 minutes of draw.
Specimen Type: Venous blood
Container/Tube: Dark-green top (lithium heparin)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1.5 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 30 minutes/Refrigerate 2 hours OK/Frozen NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
East Region: Deer River Hospital Lab, SMDC Clinical Lab, St. Mary's Hospital - Superior Lab, St. Josephs Medical Center - Brainerd
West Region: Fargo Hospital Lab, Fosston, St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes Hospital Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82800
Reference Values
Normal range: 7.35-7.45