| Synonyms:
| Venous pH |
| Specimen: | Blood, (1) Green (lithium or sodium heparin with no gel separator) top tube. |
| Volume: | Full primary tube |
| Minimum Volume: | 500 microL whole blood |
| Collection: | Place on ice and transport to the laboratory as soon as possible.
Analyze immediately after collection. |
| Rejection Criteria: | Incorrect specimen type; clotted; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | See report |
| Methodology: | |
| Test Use: | pH compatible with life iis 6.80 - 7.80. The arteriovenous pH difference is 0.01 - 0.03 but is greater in patients with congestive heart failure and in shock. Arterialized capillary blood has been recommended as a suitable substitute for arterial blood. |
| Additional Information: | No Additional Information Listed |
| Testing Includes: | |
| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |