An arterial blood gas (ABG) test is a blood test that requires a sample from an artery in your body to measure the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in your blood. The test also checks the balance of acids and bases, known as the pH balance, in your blood.

2023年7月17日 · A blood gas test measures the amount of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood. It may also be used to determine the pH of the blood, or how acidic it is. The test is commonly known as a blood...

2024年8月23日 · Arterial Blood Gases or ABGs are the most accurate representation of a patient’s clinical status. Understand how the test works, how to administer one, and how you can use it in patient care plans.

Interpreting an arterial blood gas (ABG) is a crucial skill for physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other health care personnel. ABG interpretation is especially important in critically ill patients. The following six-step process helps ensure a complete interpretation of every ABG.

2016年6月12日 · Arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation is something that can be difficult to grasp initially (we’ve been there). We’ve created this guide, which aims to provide a structured approach to ABG interpretation whilst also increasing your understanding of each result’s relevance.

2025年1月16日 · What is an Arterial Blood Gas? An arterial blood gas (ABG) is a diagnostic test that measures the levels of certain gases and other parameters in the blood to assess a patient’s respiratory and metabolic status. The test is performed using a small sample of arterial blood, usually drawn from the radial, brachial, or femoral artery.

2025年1月16日 · An arterial blood gas (ABG) test measures oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in your blood. It also measures your body’s acid-base (pH) level, which is usually in balance when you’re healthy.