Bicarbonate, Pancreatic (Gastric) Stimulation
| Abbrev Code: | FCO2 | ||
| Order Code: | LAB6570 | Order Name: | Bicarbonate, Body Fluid |
| Synonyms: | HCO3, Body Fluid; Bicarbonate, Gastric | ||
| Methodology: | Roche: Enzymatic using PEPC
Vista: Bichromatic rate |
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| CPT Codes: | 82374 x1, 82374 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed and reported 24 hours/day. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Indicate source of fluid on request form. | ||
| Compliance: | This test has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. FDA clearance is not required for clinical use. |
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Gastric fluid |
| Optimal Volume: | 8 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1 mL |
| Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
| Collection Instructions: | Collect on ice; keep specimen tightly stoppered and deliver to laboratory immediately. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Aliquot 8 mL, 1 mL minimum. Process immediately. |
| Stability: | Roche: To be determined by M Health Fairview. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Chemistry (Roche-UMMC East) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | No reference ranges have been established. This result should be interpreted in the context of the patient's clinical condiiton and compared to simultaneous measurement in the patient's blood. |
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