CARBON DIOXIDE
Test:
125
CPT:
82374
Synonyms
Carbon Dioxide, Total
CO2
TCO2
Special Instructions
Expected Turnaround Time
Within 1 day
Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Within 1 day
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.7 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Container
Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, or green-top (lithium heparin) tube. Do not use oxalate, EDTA, or citrate plasma.
Collection
Separate serum or plasma from cells within 45 minutes of collection.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Improper collection and storage; improper labeling