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VENOUS BLOOD GAS
Test Code VBG
Alias/See Also
VBG
CPT Codes
82805
Instructions
Processing Instructions (Lab use only): Syringed samples should be received in the laboratory within 30 minutes of draw. Minimum Testing Volume: 1 mL Transport Temperature: Ambient: 30 minutesRefrigerated : N/A Frozen: N/A Stability: < 30 minutes Causes for Rejection: Air bubble in syringe, clotted sample, unlabled or mislabeled specimen, grossly hemolyzed sample, line contamination, or sample collected is >30 minutes
Report Available
15-Minutes
Clinical Significance
1230130272
Last Updated: May 18, 2026