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
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: 13/05/2026