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Blood
Blood Gas Syringe
Yes
This test is performed as part of Blood Gas analysis. Please request as a blood gas analysis.
Carboxy Haemoglobin (COHb) may be requested for the investigation of carbon monoxide poisoning.
It is suggested that clinicians take a careful smoking history as baseline levels in smokers are higher than non-smokers.
An arterial or venous blood sample is suitable.
Blood gas heparinised syringe or 5 mL blood in a LITHIUM HEPARIN tube.
Send to the laboratory immediately.
Add ons for this test cannot be performed.
These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference
Order of Draw (PDF)
Swab Collection Guide (PDF)
Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)
Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)
