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HelpTest Code LAB4884 Oxygen (O2) Saturation, Venous Whole Blood
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| O2 SAT VENOUS | LAB4884 | O2SVN |
Methodology
Measurement based on the principle of spectral photometry
Specimen Requirements
Specimen must arrive within 30 minutes of draw.
Specimen Type: Venous blood
Container/Tube: Lithium heparin blood gas syringe
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL
Collection Instructions: Remove needle, express air bubbles, cap with rubber stopper, and mix well.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 30 minutes/Frozen NO/Refrigerate NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
Central Region: St. Joseph's Medical Center Lab
East Region: Deer River Hospital Lab, Sandstone Hospital Lab, SMDC Clinical Lab, St. Mary's Hospital - Superior Lab
West Region: Fargo Hospital, St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes Hospital Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82810
Reference Values
No established reference values