Bicarbonate
Background:
Assessment of acid-base balance
Bicarbonate rapidly equilibrates with carbon dioxide in the air, thus samples must remain sealed until analysis.
Reference ranges:
| Age range | Reference range (mmol/L) |
|---|---|
| < 16 years | 20 - 28 |
| > 16 years (adults) | 24 - 32 |
Derived from Pathology Harmony 2011
Results outside the reference range do not necessarily indicate disease. Similarly, results within the reference range do not preclude abnormality. Please contact the Duty Biochemist for discussion of individual patient results
Other Comments:
For more information, please see the following: Bicarbonate - Lab Tests Online
About This Test
Department: Biochemistry
Requirement:
- Serum/gel (red/yellow top)
Add-on requests are not possible for this test
Turnaround Time:
Within 24 hours