Blood and pH, Gastric Fluid, Qualitative
| Abbrev Code: | OBLDG | ||
| Order Code: | LAB5906 | Order Name: | Occult Blood, Gastric |
| Synonyms: | Occult Blood, Gastric | ||
| Methodology: | Gastroccult slide | ||
| CPT Codes: | 82271 x1 | ||
| Test Includes: | Occult blood, pH | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed and reported 24 hours/day. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Gastric fluid |
| Optimal Volume: | 3 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1 mL |
| Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Do not store. Deliver to laboratory immediately. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Urinalysis (Grand Itasca, Lakes, Northland, Range, Ridges, Southdale, St. John's, UMMC East Bank, UMMC West Bank, Woodwinds) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | Blood: Negative pH: 1.53-3.5 (after 12 hour fast); (undetermined at UMMC) |
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