Bicarbonate, Body Fluid - LG404
| Sunquest Code: | LSMISC | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB4909 | Epic Name: | Send Outs Misc Test |
| Order Instructions: | Comment type of fluid. | ||
| Synonyms: | HCO3, Body Fluid | ||
| Methodology: | Enzymatic | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 8 days. | ||
| Compliance: | This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by NMS Labs. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. |
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Body fluid, gastric fluid |
| Optimal Volume: | 1 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.3 mL Does not permit repeat analysis. |
| Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Aliquot 1 mL, 0.3 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (National Medical Services via Mayo) |
| Referral Lab number: | NMS# 0645 FL |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | No reference range established. |
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