IONIZED CALCIUM

Message
*Draw on ice and bring to Chemistry within 30 minutes of collection.
*Due to short specimen stability, specimen can only be drawn at Licking Memorial Hospital.*


Test Code
IONCA


Alias/See Also
LAB54


CPT Codes
82330

Preferred Specimen
WHOLE BLOOD


Instructions
DRAW ON ICE
THIS TEST CANNOT BE DRAWN IN PHYSICIAN 'S OFFICE DUE TO STABILITY REQUIREMENTS.


Transport Container
DK GREEN TUBE


Transport Temperature
ICED- 30 MINS


Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:


Reference Range
IONIZED CALCIUMmmol/L 0Y 00M F 1.22-1.37 0Y 00M M 1.22-1.37 17 F 1.18-1.32 17 M 1.18-1.32


Clinical Significance
This test is used to diagnose and monitor patients with kidney or parathyroid diseases.


Performing Laboratory
LMH -  Chemistry  x3739 or 3764



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.