Laboratory test

Blood Gas Analysis, Arterial

Blood Gas Analysis, Arterial: 7 parameters from a blood sample, no fasting.

Also known as

ABG test · Arterial blood gas analysis · pH PaO2 PaCO2

Sample: Blood
Fasting: Not required
Expected report time: Same day / 24 hours
Parameters: 7

No home collection fee

What is the Blood Gas Analysis, Arterial?

Blood Gas Analysis, Arterial includes pH (Arterial), pCO₂ (Arterial), pO₂ (Arterial), Bicarbonate (HCO₃⁻, Arterial), Base Excess (BE) and additional measurements listed below. The listed sample is Blood (Arterial). The parameter table provides the available units and method details. Discuss the measurements with your clinician in the context of the investigations requested.

What does the Blood Gas Analysis, Arterial measure?

7 parameters. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.

Other measurements7 parameters

Parameter	Unit	LOINC
pH (Arterial)	—	2744-1
pCO₂ (Arterial)	mmHg	2019-8
pO₂ (Arterial)	mmHg	2703-7
Bicarbonate (HCO₃⁻, Arterial)	mmol/L	1960-4
Base Excess (BE)	mmol/L	1925-7
Oxygen Saturation (SaO₂)	%	2708-6
Lactate (Arterial)	mmol/L	2518-9

The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.

Blood Gas Analysis, Arterial: sample & preparation

Sample: Blood. Fasting: Not required.

You will feel a brief sharp sting when blood is drawn from an artery, usually at the wrist. Tell the technician if you are on blood thinners, as firm pressure will be applied at the site afterward.

Frequently asked questions

Can I book this test for home collection?

Yes. Add your collection address and choose an available collection slot at checkout.

When is the report expected?

The catalogue lists Same day / 24 hours. Confirm the collection and report schedule with the booking team.

Can I book this with other tests?

You can add available tests to the same cart. Review the combined preparation instructions and collection requirements with the booking team.

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7 parameters · No fasting required · Report time: Same day / 24 hours

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