CARBOXYHEMOGLOBIN, BLOOD - NorDx Test Catalog

Additional Codes

Software	Test Code
Label Text	HBCO
EPIC	LAB56

Performing Laboratory

NorDx Laboratories

Useful For

Determining the extent of carbon monoxide poisoning, assessing the effects of habitual smoking in the patient, and in working up persons exposed to fires and smoke inhalation

Method Name

Co-oximetry

Reference Values

Heavy smokers: 5.0 - 9.0 % saturation

Smokers: 1.5 - 5.0 % saturation

Nonsmokers: < 1.5 % saturation

Days and Times Test Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

1 Day

Available Stat

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Preferred Container

Dark Green Top Tube (Lithium Heparin)

Lithium Heparin Syringe

Preferred Volume

Whole Blood: 3.5 mL (Dark Green Top Tube (Lithium Heparin))

Whole Blood: 3.5 mL (Lithium Heparin Syringe)

Minimum Volume

Whole Blood: 1.5 mL (Dark Green Top Tube (Lithium Heparin))

Whole Blood: 1.5 mL (Lithium Heparin Syringe)

Specimen Collection and Handling

1. Send entire original tube refrigerated.

2. Avoid exposure of specimen to atmosphere and do not open tube.

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type: Whole Blood

Refrigerated: 2 Weeks

Room Temp: 2 Weeks

Note: Test can be performed as an add-on only if specimen has remained tightly stoppered. Specimen stable for 2 weeks room temp or refrigerated.

Add On Capable

Not Permitted

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

No ABN Required

CPT Code Information

CPT Code	CPT Description	CPT Disclaimer
82375	Carboxyhemoglobin, Quantitative

Keywords

CARBON MONOXIDE

CO

Performing Laboratory Location