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In this section
Specimen collection
High-risk result notification
Blood specimen order of draw
RCH Paediatric Blood Collection Volume Guide
Pathology request form
Clinical Analyte Unit conversion tool
Bicarbonate (Total CO2)
Test Name
Bicarbonate (Total CO2)
Test Code
TCO2
Specimen Type
Serum - Gel
Minimum Volume
Fill to the line indicated on the tube
Comments
A full collection tube minimizes sample exposure to air and the chance for falsely decreased measured bicarbonate values.
Assay Performed
Biochemistry Department
RCH 9345 4200
RWH 8345 2554
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Assay Frequency
As requested