Blood Gas, Umbilical

Message
Tests includes: pH, PCO2, PO2, HCO3, TCO2, BE


Test Code
LAB4020


Preferred Specimen
Cord blood in heparinzed syringe


Instructions
Transport syringe to Lab ASAP


Transport Temperature
On ice.


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted


Methodology
Siemens RapidPoint 500



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.