pH - Other Fluid
| Source |
Body fluid other than CSF, pleural fluid, stool or urine |
| Mnemonic |
FLPH |
| Specimen Requirements |
1 mL of fluid collected anaerobically in 5 mL red top tube or dark green SODIUM heparin tube
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| Specimen Handling |
Keep tightly stoppered. Do not refrigerate.
Testing should be performed immediately due to specimen integrity. |
| Additional Information |
For additional information, see CSF and Body Fluid Collection Guidelines. |
| Testing Location |
Chemistry-ACH, FMC, PLC, RGH |
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| Testing Frequency |
As required |
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| Reference Interval |
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