Test Code FLPH pH, Body Fluid
Performing Laboratory
Chilton Hospital Laboratory-HematologyMethodology
pH PaperSpecimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Body fluidSources: Ascetic, gastric, pericardial, peritoneal, pleural, or synovial fluid
Container/Tube: Screw-capped container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Indicate specimen source.
Specimen Transport Temperature
AmbientReference Values
5-7Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through SundayTurnaround Time:
Routine-8 hours