CARBOXYHEMOGLOBIN QUANTITATION WHOLE BLOOD
Order Code ID
2318
Test Description
Test Description >>
Abbreviation
Alias
Specimen Description
Whole Blood
Container Type
Sodium or Lith Green
CPT Code
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Turnaround Time
2 - 5 Days
Minimum Volume
5.0 mL
LOINC
20563-3
LOINC Description
Carboxyhemoglobin/Hemoglobin.total
Handling/Draw Instructions
Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerate: 72 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable. Rejection Criteria: Specimens collected in EDTA tubes or not anaerobically. Specimens that have been opened or exposed to room air. Frozen or room temperature specimens. Specimens containing air bubbles or clots.
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