Blood gases may be sent through the pneumatic tube system. When sending specimens, remove the needle from the syringe and cap the syringe. Do not send the needle.
Reference Ranges
|
pH |
7.38 - 7.42 |
|
pCO2 |
4.7 - 6.0 kPa (35 - 45 mmHg) |
|
pO2 |
12.0 - 14.6 kPa (90 - 110 mmHg) |
|
Bicarbonate |
21 - 25 mmol/L |
|
Methaemoglobin |
<1.0% of total Hb |
|
Base Excess |
-2 - +2 mmol/L |