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Lab Test Dictionary

CO2


Synonyms

Body Fluid, CO2, CARBON DIOXIDE

Specimen Type

Body Fluid

Performing Lab

RCHSD Chemistry


Epic ID

LAB00375

Lab Test Days

As received

Standard TAT

3 hrs

Stat TAT

1 hr


Collection Information

Specimen Required

1.0 ml body fluid

Container Type

Red Top (No Additive)

Collection Instructions

Note type of liquid on req. & specimen label.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Test Volume Required

1.0 ml body fluid

Minimum Test Volume

0.5 ml body fluid

Processing Instructions

Have Med Tech evaluate specimen before accessioning. Centrifuge & aliquot supernatant. Note type of fluid on specimen label


CPT Codes

82374