pH, BLOOD

Test Code
PH


CPT Codes
82800

Minimum Volume
See Transport Container for information


Instructions
MIX WELL, TRANSPORT ON ICE


Transport Container
"Age Range: 0 days - <1 year
1 HEPARIN - CAPILLARY

Age Range: >=1 year
1 DARK GREEN (NA HEPARIN)
Sample Type: Whole Blood

Minimum Volume: 1 mL"


Reference Range
"Test: pH, BLOOD
Male/Female Ages >=0 Days - <1 Month:
Normal Range: 7.34-7.48
Critical Low : <=7.21
Critical High : >=7.59

Male/Female Ages >=1 Month:
Normal Range: 7.35-7.45
Critical Low : <=7.21
Critical High : >=7.59

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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.