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Lab and ICD 10
MEDOP 230- Pulmonology: Lab and ICD 10 Procedures
Term | Definition | Note |
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Arterial blood gases (ABGs) | Blood test to measure the oxygen and carbon dioxide in a sample of arterial blood. | |
Carboxyhemoglobin | Blood test to measure the amount of carbon monoxide in blood; usually done for patients exposed to fire or fumes. | |
Oximetry | Noninvasive test to measure oxygen saturation of the blood; oximeter emits light waves that reflect off of hemoglobin. | |
Pulmonary function test (PFT) | Breathing test to measure the volume of air that can be forcefully inhaled or exhaled. | |
Sleep study | Procedure to determine whether a patient has obstructive sleep apnea; uses sensors to measure movement, breathing, and oxygen level. | |
Sputum culture and sensitivity (C&S) | Lab test to identify which bacterium is causing lung infection and the antibiotic sensitivity. | |
Tuberculosis test | Tests that show whether a person has been exposed to tuberculosis. | •Tine •Mantoux •Acid-fast bacillus •Xpert sputum |