Test Overview
Test Methodology

Gem 3500 blood gas analyzers
Ph : Ion selective electrodes, potentiometric
pCO2 : Potentiometric gas permeable membrane
Lactate : Amperometric electrode

Reference Range *

Venous Lactate 0.5 - 2.2 mmol/L
Venous PH 7.32 - 7.42
Venous CO2 41 - 51 mmHg

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Test Details
Days Set Up
Daily, 24 hours
Analytic Time

15 minutes

Soft Order Code
CLGLV
Synonyms
    Laboratory
    Chemical Pathology
    Section
    Automation
    Specimen Requirements
    Special Handling

    Analysis should be performed as soon as possible to minimize the effect of glycolysis. Testing must be performed within 30 minutes of draw.

    Normal Volume
    1.5 mls whole blood in a collection tube
    Minimum Volume
    150 ul's is absolute minimum
    Rejection Criteria
    Clotted specimens or specimens received greater than 30 minutes after collection.
    Billing
    CPT Code
    82803, 83605
    Fee Code
    30574, 38145
    LOINC
    pH PHVCL 2746-6 , pCO2 PCOCL 2021-4 , Lactate LACCL 2519-7
    NY State Approved
    No