Lab values · 7 tests
Blood gases
Arterial blood gas analysis assesses oxygenation, ventilation and acid-base balance. Arterial sample, heparinised syringe, rapid transport to the lab.
| Test | Units | Ranges by | Critical value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arterial oxygen saturation SaO2 | % | Adult | - |
| Arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide PaCO2 | mmHg · kPa | Adult | In the app |
| Arterial partial pressure of oxygen PaO2 | mmHg · kPa | Adult | In the app |
| Arterial pH pH | - | Adult | In the app |
| Base excess BE | mmol/L | Adult | - |
| Bicarbonate HCO3⁻ | mmol/L · mEq/L | Adult | In the app |
| Lactate | mmol/L · mg/L | Adult | In the app |
This panel's reference ranges, in the app
Reference ranges by population, critical values, two units and instant search. Offline, on placement or while studying.
Why the values aren't on this page
Reference ranges vary with the laboratory, the method, age and sex. In the app, each test shows its ranges by population, in two units, with critical values and their source. On a patient's result, the range printed by the lab is always the one that counts.
Sources : Référentiel Pocket Nurse ; HIA Laveran