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Calcium, ionized, whole blood

Test Code
CAIOz


Preferred Specimen
Lithium Heparin Whole Blood


Instructions
Deliver to Lab immediately. Test processed immediately.


Transport Container
Green top tube or Lithium Heparin syringe


Transport Temperature
Analyzed within 1 hour of collection, or in ice slurry up to 2 hours.


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Ionized calcium (Ca++) is the physiologically active form of calcium, which comprises approximately 45% of the total calcium in plasma. It is essential for the contractility of smooth vascular muscle, and plays a vital part in cardiovascular function




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