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Test Code CO2 CARBON DIOXIDE, SERUM or PLASMA

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Software Test Code
Label Text CO2
EPIC LAB55

Performing Laboratory

NorDx Laboratories

Useful For

An indicator of electrolyte dispersion and anion deficit

Method Name

Colorimetric

Reference Values

21-30 mEq/L

Days and Times Test Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

1 Day

Available Stat

Specimen Type

Submit one of the following:

~ Plasma 

~ Serum

Preferred Container

Plasma Separator Tube (PST) 

Serum Separator Tube (SST)

Preferred Volume

Plasma: 1 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))

Serum: 1 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))

Minimum Volume

Plasma: 0.3 mL (Plasma Separator Tube (PST))

Serum: 0.3 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))

Specimen Collection and Handling

Spin specimen, separate from clot and send refrigerated.

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type: Plasma

Refrigerated: 3 Days

Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours

Note: LiHep whole blood specimen stability: 2 hours.

Test can be performed as an add-on ONLY if specimen has remained tightly stoppered.

 

Specimen Type: Serum

Refrigerated: 3 Days

Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours

Note: Test can be performed as an add-on ONLY if specimen has remained tightly stoppered.

Add On Capable

Yes

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

No ABN Required

CPT Code Information

CPT Code

CPT Description

CPT Disclaimer
82374 Carbon Dioxide (Bicarbonate), Quantitative  

Keywords

BICARBONATE

CO2

Performing Laboratory Location

NorDx Laboratories

LOINC Code Information

2028-9

Acceptable Alternative Container(s)

Dark Green Top Tube (Lithium Heparin) (Maine Medical Center - Portland Only)

Red Top Tube

Orange Top Tube (Rapid clot serum)