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Area of Science:

  • Clinical Chemistry
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Laboratory Quality Management

Background:

  • Blood gas analysis is a cornerstone diagnostic tool in critical care settings like ICUs, EDs, and ORs.
  • Results are vital for monitoring acid-base balance and ventilatory status in critically ill patients.
  • Point-of-care testing is common, involving users with diverse educational backgrounds.

Approach:

  • This review examines analytical challenges and historical controversies in blood gas testing.
  • It provides practical guidance on selecting appropriate blood gas analyzers.
  • Emphasis is placed on robust quality assurance strategies for reliable testing.

Key Points:

  • Analytical issues and evolving methodologies can impact blood gas test interpretation.
  • Awareness of controversies is essential for appropriate clinical decision-making.
  • Effective quality assurance programs are critical for maintaining testing accuracy.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing analytical issues and controversies ensures reliable blood gas analysis.
  • Strategic selection of blood gas analyzers and rigorous quality assurance are paramount.
  • Accurate blood gas testing supports optimal patient management in critical care.