CPT Code(s):

82374

Other Names:

Total Carbon Dioxide, Enzymatic Carbonate, Bicarbonate

Test Includes:

CO2

Specimen Requirements:

Serum (preferred)

Container

SST, Gold

Collection Instructions:

Separate the sample from cells as soon as possible. Tube should be tightly stoppered.

Stability:

Separated samples should be run as soon as possible.

Rejection Criteria / Special Instructions:

Moderate to to Gross hemolysis; excessive lipemia; improper labeling

Methodology:

Beckman AU 480