Test Name
pH, Scalp
Availability24 hours a day, seven days a week
Lab Section
Chemistry
Fluid TypeWhole blood
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Special Fetal Scalp heparinized capillary On Ice
Summary Test NamepH, Scalp
Specimen Stability2 hours if refrigerated
Specimen TransportOn Ice
Specimen Preparation In HouseKeep on ice until analyzed
Stat Availability24 hours a day, seven days a week
Test Turnaround Time Routines And StatsASAP
Reference ValueNo normal range defined Units
Additional Test InformationCapillary kit available from Labor and Delivery