Blood Gas ECMO (ECM)

Department: Core Lab
Test Synonym(s): LAB4532, ECM, ECMO BG
Test Components: pH ECMO, pCO2 ECMO, pO2 ECMO, O2 Sat ECMO, BE ECMO, HCO3 ECMO, Ca Ionized WB, Glucose WB, Sodium WB, Potassium WB, Chloride WB, Lactate WB
CPT Codes: 82803
Reference Range: pH ECMO: 7.35-7.45; pCO2 ECMO: 35-48 mmHG; pO2 ECMO: 83-108 mmHG; O2 Sat ECMO: 95-98; BE ECMO: -2.0-3.0; HCO3 ECMO: 21-28 mmol/L; See individual component reference ranges for: Ca Ionized, Glucose WB, Sodium WB, Potassium WB, Chloride WB, and Lactate WB
Tube Type: Heparinized syringe
Specimen: Whole blood
Pediatric Requirements: 0.5 mL
Volume: 2 mL
Reasons for Rejection: Clotted sample
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
Special Instructions: Deliver to lab immediately at room temperature. Tube must not be clotted.

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