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HelpEpic Test Code LAB21006 pH: Gastric
Performing Location(s)
BMC,FTT
Specimen Type
Gastric Contents, vomitis or nasogastric
Preferred Container
Sterile container
Alternate Container
Random Urine Tube
Volume Required
1 mL
Storage Requirements
Testing must be completed within 2 hours of collection.
Transportation Needs
Deliver to laboratory immediately. Testing needs to be completed within 2 hrs of collection. A STAT Courier will need to be arranged to have specimen delivered to the testing location.
Causes for Rejection
Mislabeled or unlabeled specimens
Insufficient quantity
Grossly bloody
> 2 hours at Room Temperature
> 2 hours Refrigerated
Reference Values
| Population | Units | Reference Range |
| All populations | None | 1.0 - 3.0 |
Days of Analysis
All
Available STAT
Yes
Additional Information
Patient Preparation:
Patient should avoid antacids at least 1 hour before specimen is collected.
Includes
Specimen is tested for pH using Gastroccult slide
Methodology
pH paper – hydrogen ion concentration
CPT Code
83986
Last Updated
17-Mar-20