Ionized Calcium
eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB3222 Calcium, Ionized, Serum
Collection Information
Fill tube completely
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Gold-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: Reject tubes that are less than 3/4 full. Cannot uncap sample until immediately before analysisTransport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: Do not uncap tube, transport upright.
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: 6 hours
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: 3 Days
Refrigerate: 3 Days
Frozen: N/A
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| IONIZED CALCIUM | 83064-6 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
STAT 1 Hour
Routine 4 Hours
CPT Code(s)
82330
Performing Lab Section
Chemistry
Performing Lab(s)
Cheshire Medical Center Laboratory (CHE)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)