Test Code CO HGB Carbon Monoxide (CO), Blood
Performing Laboratory
NRL-ChemistryMethodology
Spectrophotometry (SP)Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: BloodContainer/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Collection Instructions:
1. Keep specimen anaerobic (do not open or transfer).
2. Send specimen in original tube.
Reference Values
0.0%-1.4%Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through SundayTurnaround Time:
STAT-45 minutes
Routine-1 hour