Test Code HCO3 Bicarbonate (CO2), Plasma or Serum

Methodology

PEPC Enzymatic

Munson Medical Center Laboratories

Specimen must arrive within 96 hours of draw.

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Plasma

Container/Tube: Green-top (heparin) gel tube-Specimen exposed to air is not acceptable.

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL of heparinized plasma
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Note: 1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Serum
Container/Tube: Gold-top serum gel tube-Specimen exposed to air is not acceptable.

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL of serum
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).

22-32 mmol/L

Critical value (automatic call-back):

Pediatric patients up to 21 years old: ≤ 16 mmol/L ≥ 35mmol/L

Patients 21 years and older: ≤ 10 mmol/L, ≥ 40 mmol/L

Monday through Sunday

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