PH M
PH, Body Fluid
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2326
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Plain red top tube or other suitable fluid container
Specimen Type:
Body fluid
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. Label the tube/container with the patient's full name, date of birth, identification number, date and time of collection, initials of the person collecting the specimen and the specimen source.
2. For optimal results, the specimen should arrive within 30 minutes of collection.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature < 30 minutes/Refrigerated OK
CPT Codes:
83986 - pH Miscellaneous (EAP 30083438)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday