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Test Code POC129 Calcium, Ionized, Blood

Important Note

If testing is unable to be performed within 30 minutes of collection, send serum to Mayo for send out, LAB6121.

Intended Use

Used in the diagnosis and treatment of parathyroid diseases, bone disease, chronic renal disease, and tetany.

Methodology

Potentiometric Analysis via Ion-Selective Electrodes (ISE)

Performing Laboratory

RCH-SPH-CUH

Specimen Requirements

Required: Whole Blood

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

Specimen Volume:  Fill tube

Collection Instructions: Do not expose to air. Forward promptly, test within 30 minutes of collection. If testing is unable to be performed within 30 minutes of collection, send serum to Mayo for send out, LAB6121.

Specimen Stability

Ambient: 30 Minutes

Do not expose to air. Forward promptly, test within 30 minutes of collection. If testing is unable to be performed within 30 minutes of collection, send serum to Mayo for send out using test code LAB6121.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

82330