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HelpTest ID NBLD0204 pH, Body Fluid
AKA
PH BF
Specimen Type/Requirements
Pleural Fluids only.
Keep anaerobic in a Sterile Container (plastic tube).
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 30 minutes | Preferred for transport |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | Not Acceptable | |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Blood Gas Analyzer
Performing Lab
Sanford Bismarck - Respiratory Therapy Department
CPT
83986