Calcium

Test Code:  CA
Assay Schedule:  Daily
Reporting Schedule:  Same day
CPT:  82310

Collection

Specimen(s):
  • Serum or Plasma

Acceptable Container(s):
  • SST gel (red top)
  • Lithium Heparin (green top)

Volume:
  • Preferred: 1.0mL
  • Minimum: 0.3mL

Stability:
  • Ambient: 5 days
  • Refrigerated: 5 weeks
  • Frozen: 6 months

Processing & Shipping

Specimen Processing:
Allow red top to clot for 20-30 minutes. Centrifuge serum or plasma immediately.

Shipping Instructions:
Ship refrigerated

Rejection Criteria:
EDTA, citrate, fluoride/oxalate specimens are unacceptable.

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