Effects of sample temperature and storage time on arterial blood gases values

AYDOĞAN M. S., YÜCEL A., ERDOĞAN M. A., ŞANLI M., KONUR H., ÖZGÜL Ü., ...More

HEALTHMED, vol.6, no.12, pp.3952-3956, 2012 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 6 Issue: 12
  • Publication Date: 2012
  • Journal Name: HEALTHMED
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, CAB Abstracts, Veterinary Science Database
  • Page Numbers: pp.3952-3956
  • Inonu University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Background: Arterial blood gas analysis is vital during diagnosis and treatment monitorization of mechanically ventilated patients. Work overload delays blood gas analysis lead to false results. Therefore syringes and the blood samples is recommended to kept cool or cold environment. The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of refrigerator-cooled syringes on blood gas analysis.