Venous Blood Gases
| Test Name | Venous Blood Gases |
| Alternate Name(s) | VGB |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic | BGV |
| Specimen Type |
Whole Blood |
| Collection Container | Green- 5mls |
| Container Information | |
| Collection Information | Place on ice slurry and deliver to the laboratory ASAP. |
| Test Schedule | 24/7 |
| Routine Turnaround Time |
Turnaround times are posted in DOCS/ Laboratory Turn Around Times DOCS# 9580 |
| Stat Turnaround Time | |
| Reference Interval | |
| Critical Values | |
| Lab Process Notes | ***'Add on Test' not appropriate for this test. Re-order and collect new specimen. |
| Storage and Transport | Store refrigerated. |
| Test Referred To | On-site, BGH Laboratory |
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