Carbon Monoxide
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Carbon Monoxide, Blood
Test ID: COSTM
Test
Method
Co-oximetry
Platform
Siemens Rapidpoint/Rapidlab
Report Includes
Specimens
Whole blood (Heparin)
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
26-May-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Whole blood (Heparin)
Sample Volume
3.0 mL
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect prior to start of Oxygen therapy.
Handling Information
Store and send cold. DO NOT OPEN TUBE. ICL must receive the sample prior to 12:00 hours Monday – Friday for same day analysis. Sample should be tested within 24 hours of collection.
Additional Information
Carbon Monoxide is measured as Carboxyhemoglobin.
Test Version
26-May-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Co-oximetry
Platform
Siemens Rapidpoint/Rapidlab
Turnaround Time
1 Day
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Monoxide | Fraction of Total Hemoglobin |
|
% x 0.0100 | |
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
26-May-2023
Interface / Setup
Test Version
26-May-2023