Test Directory
pH (fluid)
Containers - Adult
Gas Syringe
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Volume Range
0.1 mL
Additive per Container
Heparin |
Containers - Child
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Gas Syringe
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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
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Telephone (Biochemistry): 0131 242 6806
WGH
Crewe Road South
Edinburgh
EH4 2XU
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.
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