Test Code RTCOLV Carboxyhemoglobin

Specimen and Container/Tube

Whole Blood

Turnaround Time

15 minutes

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

UCMC Collection Instructions

Remove air. Remove needle from syringe. Cap tightly and mix
well. No ice.

STAT Turnaround Time

15 minutes

Critical Results

> 20 %

Fee Code

Adults: 24239

Pediatrics: 24414

Container/Tube

Balance heparinized syringe

Specimen Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Day(s) Performed

24/7

STAT DAY(S) AND TIME(S) PERFORMED

Available

CPT

82375

Method Name

Direct Measurement

Reference Values

< 3.0%

Pediatric Volume