Test Directory

pH (fluid)

Containers - Adult

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Gas Syringe
Volume Range

​0.1 mL

Additive per Container

​Heparin

Containers - Child

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Gas Syringe
Volume Range

​0.1 mL

Additive per Container

​Heparin

Reference ranges

Reference ranges are not reported for fluid biochemistry. Fluid biochemistry should be interpreted in light of the clinical question being asked, comparison with blood results, and/or appropriate clinical guidelines.

Laboratory Site

RIE
51 Little France Crescent
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Telephone (Biochemistry): 0131 242 6806
WGH
Crewe Road South
Edinburgh
EH4 2XU
Telephone (Biochemistry): 0131 537 1910/1

Special instructions for collection

Should be collected anaerobically - expel air bubbles from the syringe.

Anticipated turnaround

1 day

Static information/disclaimer

This test is currently unaccredited to ISO 15189 for fluid analysis.

General additional information

All fluids must be free from particles. Measured on a blood gas analyser using a clot filter.

Please see the ACBI guidelines ‘The biochemistry of body fluids’ for interpretation of fluid biochemistry and indication for testing.