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