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PH, BODY FLUID

Message
Chemistry


Test Code
LAB110


CPT Codes
83986

Preferred Specimen
Peritoneal Fluid
Pleural Fluid


Minimum Volume
300 uL Fluid


Other Acceptable Specimens
Collect specimen anaerobically if possible.


Instructions
LAB: Centrifuge and aliquot if necessary prior to testing. Samples that cannot be analyzed immediately after collection must be analyzed within 2 hours or a new sample must be obtained.


Specimen Stability
Frozen: 28 days.


Report Available
Same day


Limitations
  • Contamination with room air can affect pH results
  • Elevated White Blood Cells. Reticulocyte count, or platelet counts can cause changes in pH results


Reference Range
The Reference Range for this body fluid has not been determined. Comparison of this result with the analyte’ s concentration in the blood, serum or plasma is recommended.


Performing Laboratory
HHI/ HHNB



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.