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> From: Janice Still[SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Reply To: ACB Point of Care Testing List
> Sent: 15 May 2003 16:09
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> Subject: Capillary blood gases
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> Janice
>
> Many years ago I used capillary sampling widely for paediatric blood gases
> and we still occasionally use them for adults. The main problem - as with
> all capillary samples - is that an adequate blood flow is required from
> the puncture site. SCBU collect samples here for blood gases and have few
> problems if the sample collection is appropriate - although clot
> formation in the heparinised capillary can be a problem if there is
> inadequate mixing with the metal 'flea'. There have been various creams
> produced to provied enhanced blood flow to arterilise the puncture site.
>
> John Fry
>
> Worthing Hospital
>
> I have been approached by the outreach nurses for our
> Coronary Care team who would like to do capillary
> blood gases on COPD patients attending clinics. What
> would be the most suitable sample type? Has anyone
> experience of ear-lobe sampling, and do you use
> anything to improve perfusion? All information or
> caveats welcome.
> Jan
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> Mrs. J. Still,
> POCT Manager,
> Biochemistry Dept,
> Watford General Hospital. 01923-217998.
> The views expressed in this message are personal and do not reflect West
> Herts NHS Hospitals Trust policy.
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