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HelpTest ID BLOD0656 Calcium Ionized
AKA
CA
Specimen Type/Requirements
Preferred specimen: Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Fill tube completely during collection. Aliquot tube must be at least half full to prevent pCO2 loss and minimize exposure to air.
Do not transport specimens in the presence of dry ice.
Test is affected by hemolysis. Test is not affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 72 hours | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Note: Gold top (gel separator tube) is stable 5 days refrigerated if unopened.
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
ISE
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
82330