BLOOD GAS, ECMO PUMP, VENOUS
Includes calculated bicarbonate, pCO2, pH, and pO2.
Methodology: Potentiometry and Amperometry
	Test Performed At:
		St. Louis Children’s Hospital
	Specimen Required:
	SPECIMEN MUST ARRIVE WITHIN 30 MINUTES OF DRAW.
		Anaerobically collect 1.0 mL (minimum 0.3 mL) of whole blood in a heparinized blood gas syringe and mix well. Place syringe in wet ice and forward promptly to St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
	Laboratory Notes:
		None
	Reference Values:
		None established
	Day(s) Test Set Up:
		Monday - Sunday
	Cut-Off Time:
	Turn Around Time:
		Same day
	CPT Code:
		82803
	KIDDOS Order Name:
		Blood Gases ECMO Pump Venous
	Cerner Order Name:
		BldGas EPmp Ven

 Last updated 12/07

Last Reviewed 10/09