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PTH-INTACT
MessageCHEMISTRY
Test Code
PTH-INTACT
Alias/See Also
iPTH, PTH INTACT
Preferred Specimen
SERUM
Minimum Volume
2mLs
Instructions
DRAW 1 RED TOP TUBE, LET CLOT FOR 30 MINUTES, SPIN DOWN, SEPARATE SERUM INTO PLASTIC TUBE AND SEND TO LAB.
Transport Container
PLASTIC TUBE
Transport Temperature
REFRIGERATED
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 2 days. Separate if not tested within this time.
Frozen (-20°C or colder): 6 months
Max freeze/thaw cycles: 5
Frozen (-20°C or colder): 6 months
Max freeze/thaw cycles: 5
Setup Schedule
DAILY
Report Available
DAILY
Reference Range
10 - 65 pg/mL
PTH should be interpreted in context of calcium or ionized calcium.
PTH should be interpreted in context of calcium or ionized calcium.
Clinical Significance
The assay is useful in making the diagnosis of primary hyperparathyroidism, secondary hyperparathyroidism, and a differential diagnosis of hypercalcemia. The assay helps in distinguishing hypercalcemia cause by either primary hyperparathyroidism or malignant disease.
Performing Laboratory
WHITE RIVER JUNCTION VT VA- CHEMISTRY 802-295-9363 EXT: 5518, 5519
