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General
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Clinical Use:
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To determine if there is a problem with the body's acid-base (pH) balance and to monitor treatment. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation.
Regional Services: Test is performed Point-of-Care only.
This test may be eligible for Rule 3 exemption if indicated. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Cl, |
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Code:
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CL |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Unit of Measure:
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mmol/L |
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Reference Interval:
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0 days to <1 week: 98 - 115
1 week to <18 years: 97 - 110
18 years to <120 years: 95 - 110
AACB-RCPA Harmonised Reference Intervals
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Serum Sep. Tube-SST (GOLD), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Lithium Heparin-PST (GREEN) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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200uL |
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Stability:
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3 days chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Core |
Biochemistry |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 8140 |
| Core |
Biochemistry |
Fremantle Hospital |
9431 2382 |
| Core |
Biochemistry |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4093 |
| Core |
Biochemistry |
Royal Perth Hospital |
9224 1176 |
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Last Updated : 18-03-2026 09:36 |