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eD-H Order Code
LAB3222
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Minimum Test Volume | Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | 1.0 ML | Fill tube completely |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Ranges / Critical Values
| Assay | Gender | Age Range | Normal Range | Critical Values | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICA Serum | All | 0 Minutes – 18 Years | 1.22 -1.37 | <0.93 or >1.53 | mMol/L |
| 18 Years – 150 Years | 1.15 -1.33 | <0.93 or >1.53 | mMol/L |
Specimen Stability
Additional Specimen Instructions
Offsite: SPIN, DO NOT UNCAP TUBE, TRANSPORT UPRIGHT REFRIGERATED. Must be received within 48 hours. Spun gold top tube only, reject tubes that are less than 3/4 full. Cannot uncap sample until immediately before analysis
Interpretive Data
| Assay Display | Interpretive Data |
|---|---|
| ICA Serum | Note: Total bilirubin higher than 20 mg/dL may lead to falsely low ionized calcium. This test has not been cleared by the US FDA. Performance characteristics of this test were determined by Dartmouth Health in accordance with CLIA requirements. This laboratory is qualified under CLIA to perform high-complexity testing. |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday; continuously
CPT(s)
82330
Performing Lab Section
Chemistry