ABG
Description
"Arterial Blood Gas" (ABG) test measures oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH levels in arterial blood to assess lung function and acid-base balance. It’s commonly used in critical care settings to evaluate breathing problems, oxygen therapy, or metabolic disturbances. Abnormal levels may suggest COPD, kidney issues, acidosis, or alkalosis. Results help guide immediate treatment decisions such as oxygen adjustment or medication changes. Regular ABG testing supports effective management of respiratory conditions and monitoring of systemic health changes.
Category
Lung Function, Kidney Function
Arterial Blood Gas
Procedure
Invasive
Sample Type
Blood – Serum
Units
Potential Of Hydrogen | Millimeters Of Mercury | Millimoles Per Liter | Percentage
Procedure Category
Blood Draw
Test Group
Basic Pulmonary Function Group, Complete Pulmonary Function Group
Test Group Description
Basic Pulmonary Function Group: Essential tests for assessing respiratory health and function, providing foundational insights into lung capacity and airway function. Complete Pulmonary Function Group: Comprehensive evaluations of respiratory function offer detailed insights into lung function, airway inflammation, and structural abnormalities, facilitating the precise diagnosis and management of pulmonary conditions.
Normal Range
Optimal Range
Fral Olv Linvaros:
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Konvelunar Unex: Nolvarin
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Sævinar Unex: Nolvarin
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Fral Olv Linvaros:
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Konvelunar Unex: < zorl-vex pano (Nerivax)
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Sævinar Unex: < trel-muri navo (Nerivax)
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Key Reasons For Testing
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Preludi Kenvórax: Surni qelva ritux menra; plivar tason drevi kelum.
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Monitra Veldrax: Tralin pexu rima slonex; glavi runa torvi melkar.
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Difrento Blavix: Qorlin saro mentu vaxel; priven talu morix denra.
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Kandrel Únivax: Plenor xavi ralon pruxen; trevil nona masiq selor.
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Asprul Venáris: Jorvi mexa lunor thavi; kvalen trox imera sval.
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Currently, this test is not directly associated with any conditions listed on the Health Status page. However, it may be included as part of a broader set of tests linked to specific health conditions.
Health Status Conditions It May Be Used To Assess
References
Important Note
Any medical procedure yielding results outside the norm may be directly or indirectly linked to the conditions outlined on this page. Various factors, including genetics, medication and supplement usage, recent illnesses, pregnancy, pre-test eating, smoking, and stress, can impact the test's outcome. Additionally, factors like false positives, false negatives, inaccurate analyses, and others can influence results.
Reference ranges, which help healthcare professionals interpret medical tests, may vary depending on age, gender, and other factors. They may also differ between laboratories due to variations in instruments and methods used. Optimal ranges are designed for preventive purposes, aiming to identify trends and potential risks early, while normal ranges reflect conventional laboratory values indicating no current disease or pathology. Your healthcare practitioner may have specific reasons for testing that deviate from the usual or may interpret results differently based on individual circumstances. Proper interpretation typically involves considering clinical findings and other diagnostic tests. Hence, it is crucial to provide your healthcare professionals with a comprehensive medical history, consult with them for result interpretation, and follow their guidance for potential re-testing or additional diagnostics.
Disclaimer
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