ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS (ABG)

Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Test is a diagnostic procedure that evaluates how well your lungs are functioning and how efficiently they are delivering oxygen to the blood while removing carbon dioxide. This test also measures the blood’s pH level to assess the body’s acid-base balance. It is commonly used for patients experiencing breathing difficulties, lung diseases, or metabolic disorders. Healthcare professionals often recommend an ABG test to monitor conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, or kidney failure. Accurate results from this test help in determining the need for oxygen therapy or other treatments.