In this blog we’ll get to know more about ABG testing such as what are the benefits of this test, indication for ABG test, price , procedure and preparation for this test .
What is an Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Test?
This test measures the amount of arterial gases such as oxygen and carbon dioxide present in a blood. Measure of oxygen level indicated how well your lungs are working,how well they can move oxygen from the air into the blood, measurement of carbon dioxide level tells about how well your lungs can remove carbon dioxide from the blood.
Maintaining the normal pH of our blood is must if the blood becomes slightly too acidic or alkaline then it may cause a serious life threatening complications.Lungs and kidney are mainly responsible for maintaining the acid-base balance in our body therefore this test can help in determining and monitoring the conditions which may affects the lung and kidney.
Benefits of ABG Test
- Useful in the assessment of acid-base balance
- Monitoring the ongoing treatment whether the treatment is effective or not especially in critically ill patient
- Monitoring the prognosis of the existing disease.
- Diagnosing serious conditions of lungs and kidney disease
Who Needs an ABG Testing
- symptoms suggesting a problem related to acid-base balance such as nausea, rapid heartbeat,confusion,arrhythmia,fatigue,muscle twitching etc
- Person treated for a lung disease such as asthma,COPD, cystic fibrosis etc
- If you have carbon monoxide poisoning, a recent head or neck injury which can affect your breathing or had an inhalation injury due to breathing in smoke,inhalation of harmful chemicals etc.
- This test is also routinely ordered for patients who are receiving oxygen therapy in a hospital
Preparation for This Test
- If you are on oxygen therapy then your health care provider may turn off the oxygen 20-30 minutes before the test
- Tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly
- Stay calm
- Avoid consumption of alcohol and smoking
Procedure for This Test
- In most of the blood tests the sample of the blood from the vein is taken, however in ABG test the sample is taken from the artery as the arteries have the highest level of oxygen.
- As blood sample collection from the artery is more discomforting than the blood sample collection from the vein . your doctor may apply some numbing cream on the skin
- After this the healthcare professional will insert a needle with a syringe into an artery to collect the blood sample
- After collecting the appropriate amount of sample the needle is removed and the puncture site is covered with the cotton bandage. A light pressure is applied to the punctures site for at least 5 mins to avoid bleeding.
- After this the sample is sent to the lab for further analyses
Cost of ABG Test in Delhi
The average cost of ABG test is around 400-800 Rs depending on the reputation of the diagnostic centre the price may vary.
Choose Ganesh Diagnostic
- Ganesh diagnostic provides quality services at an affordable price. We have no competition when it comes to pricing of the tests
- We are accredited with the NABH and NABL
- We provide 100% accurate result
- Free ambulance services are also provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this test involves the collection of blood sample from the vein?
No, in this test the blood sample is taken from the arteries
Are there any risk associated with this test?
No serious risk is associated with this test however one may feel a little discomfort when the needle is being inserted.
When will i get my result?
You may get your results within 30mins
Why should i get this test done?
If you have any chronic condition of lung or kidney injury or have developed any problems related to breathing then you might need to get this test done.
