Test Code LAB6011 Calcium, Corrected

Intended Use

To aid in the determination of whether an abnormal total calcium level is due to albumin concentration or other factors.

This test will include both a calcium and an albumin

Photometric, Ca-Arsenazo/Photometric, Bromcresol Green

RCH-SPH-STH-LDH-CUH

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/tube: Lt green/mint top (lithium heparin) tube

Acceptable: Serum

Container: Plain red-top or gold serum gel tube

Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.15 mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Ambient: 4 days

Refrigerated: 22 days

Monday through Sunday

calcium-82310

albumin- 82040