Test Name
Hemoglobin and O2 Saturation, Arterial
Alternate DescriptionHGB and O2SAT, ART
Availability24 hours a day, seven days a week
Lab Section
Chemistry
Fluid TypeWhole blood
Test Includes
HGBWB, O2SAT
Specimen Tube Type TransportHeparinzed Syringe On Ice
Container Whole Blood Required1.0 ml whole blood in a heparinized syringe
Summary Test NameHemoglobin and O2 Saturation, Arterial
Specimen Stability1 hour if refrigerated and on ice
Minimum Volume1.0 ml whole blood
Specimen TransportOn Ice
Specimen Preparation In HouseKeep on ice until analyzed
Stat Availability24 hours a day, seven days a week
Test Turnaround Time Routines And Stats1 hour
Reference ValueSee individual tests for normal ranges
Additional Test InformationMust be received 'On ice'