i-STAT blood gases
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Department: Point of Care Requirement: 95 µL Turnaround Time: At point of care |
Capillary whole blood
Other Comments:
Capillary sample - clean site, puncture and remove first drop of blood. Fill capillary from second drop quickly and avoiding air bubbles. Insert mixing wire. Mix using a magnet, or gently invert 10 times. Test within 3 minutes. Avoid prolonged venous stasis / phlebotomy procedure. Avoid haemolysis. Avoid drip arms.