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Calcium, Urine Timed
MessagePerformed in the Chemistry laboratory x5820
09.2018
09.2018
Test Code
UCAT
Alias/See Also
Calcium
Calcium, Urine Random
Calcium, Urine Random
Preferred Specimen
Urine
Minimum Volume
24 hour collection
Instructions
Keep specimen on ice or in the refrigerator during collection period.
Specimen should be submitted promptly to the laboratory for analysis on the day when collection is complete.
Specimen should be submitted promptly to the laboratory for analysis on the day when collection is complete.
Transport Container
24hr urine container
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 4 days at pH < 2
Methodology
Arsenazo III dye method (Abbott Architect)
Setup Schedule
This testing is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week
Reference Range
24 Hour specimen: 50 - 300 mg/24 hrs
Clinical Significance
This test is used in the evaluation of fluid balance and acid-base homeostasis.
