Inhalants Panel, Abused Gases, Blood Test (2412B)
| Analysis Code |
2412B |
| Test Name |
Inhalants Panel, Abused Gases, Blood |
| Test Includes |
Ethane [GC], Isobutane [GC], Methane [GC], Propane [GC], n-Butane [GC] |
| Compound Synonym(s) |
Marsh Gas |
| Purpose |
Overexposure/Poisoning Determination |
| Category |
Environmental/Occupation Toxin |
| Method(s) |
Gas Chromatography (GC) |
| Specimen Requirements |
3 mL Blood |
| Transport Temperature |
Refrigerated |
| Specimen Container |
Gray top tube (Sodium Fluoride / Potassium Oxalate) |
| Special Handling |
Ensure that container remains tightly sealed. |
| Light Protection Required |
Not Required |
| Stability |
Room Temperature: Undetermined
Refrigerated: Undetermined
Frozen (-20 °C): Undetermined |
| Rejection Criteria |
None |
| Day(s) Test Set-up |
[GC] Monday 4 days |
| Suggested CPT Code |
[GC] 84600 |
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