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Cerner Test Code
CO2
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: GRN PST
Acceptable: Gold SST or Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Green PST, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 3 days, Frozen 60 days
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
82374
Methodology
Enzymatic
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry