Department
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
SBIC
Test Code (Numeric Code)
0103
Laboratory Handling
Phlebotomy
The tube must be filled with minimum air space above sample
Registration
Bicarbonate Dialysate - Alpha Code: DBIC, Numeric Code: 0403
Bicarbonate Other - Alpha Code: OBIC, Numeric Code: 0503
Sample Stability
<1 hour uncapped RT
Synonyms
Bicarbonate (CO2)
Turnaround Time
2 hours
Available 24 hours
Specimen Type
- Plasma
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Blood Gas Syringe
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Heparin (Microtainer)
Acceptable
- Plain(Microtainer)
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.4
Additional Specimen Information
The tube must be filled with minimum air space above sample.
Last updated: 13/11/2026