Overview:

Arterial Blood Gas Testing

Test Method:

Arterial blood extraction

Patient Preparation:

• Rest for 15 minutes
• Supplemental oxygen setting
• Staff provide education

Turn Around Time / Availability of Results:

24 hours

Unit conducting the service:

Pulmonology Unit

Special Considerations:

• Arm precaution
• Hematoma in patient taking blood thinner
• Specimen must be air sealed and put on ice during transport
• Anxiety during extraction
• Pediatric two years old patient are to be extracted by Pediatric House Staff