Test Code CARBON DIOXIDE BLOOD CARBON DIOXIDE BLOOD
Department
Chemistry
Specimen Type
Plasma or serum
Method
Enzymatic Method
Container
Lithium heparin (green top) or No additive with gel (gold top)
Standard Volume
4.5ml
Minimum Volume
1ml
Pediatric Volume
0.8ml
Ship Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability Refrigerated
>1 week
Stability Room Temp
1 week
Stability Frozen
N/A
CPT Code
82374
Days Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Group Components
CO2