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HelpTest Code LAB4894 pH Test, Capillary Blood
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| PH, CAPILLARY | LAB4894 | PHCAP |
Methodology
pH-Sensitive Glass Electrode in Conjunction with a Reference Electrode
Specimen Requirements
Specimen must arrive within 30 minutes of collection.
Specimen Type: Capillary blood
Container/Tube: Heparinized capillary tube
Specimen Volume: 0.25 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Send capillary whole blood in original tube.
2. Express air bubbles, cap ends of tube, and mix well.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 30 minutes/Refrigerate NO/Frozen NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
East Region: SMDC Clinical Lab, St. Mary's Hospital - Superior Lab
West Region: Fargo Hospital Lab, Fosston Hospital Lab, St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes Hospital Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82800
Reference Values
Normal range: 7.35-7.45