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Carboxyhemoglobin

Message
Performed on the blood gas analyzers in Chemistry x 5820.


Test Code
COHGB


Preferred Specimen
Whole blood drawn in a lithium heparin syringe.


Minimum Volume
300 uL


Other Acceptable Specimens
This specimen may also be collected in a lithium heparin tube.


Transport Container


Syringe or green top tube.




Transport Temperature


Room temperature




Methodology
Co-oximetry using a polychromator to detect optical absorbance

Setup Schedule


This assay is performed 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.




Reference Range
0 TO 3 %


Clinical Significance
This test is used to diagnosis hypoxia and cyanosis.




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.