Pseudonyms

HCO3, Bicarb

Collection Requirements

4.5 ml Lithium Heparin or 8.5 ml Serum

Tube Colour

Light Green, Gold

Test image(s)

Requires own tube?

No

Department

Biochemistry

Reference Interval

0w to <1w: 15-28 mmol/L, 1w to <2y: 16-29 mmol/L, 2y to <10y: 17-30 mmol/L, 10y to <18y: 20-32 mmol/L, >18y: 22 - 32 mmol/L

Availability

Daily

Fee

Medicare rebatable Item No. 66500

Test code: HCO3

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