31620:CALCIUM (Ca), IONIZED, VENOUS

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31620:CALCIUM (Ca), IONIZED, VENOUS
Alias Names: WB / ICAL
Methodology: Bayer Rapidpoint 405
Edit Date: 11/4/2008
Performed: Daily
Released: Same day as tested
CPT Code: 82330
Specimen Collection Details
Collection: Heparinized whole blood collected by venipuncture. Use calcium titrated heparin coated syringe.
Handling: Remove any air bubbles immediately after collection. Refrigerate.
Stability: 4 hours refrigerated.
Standard Volume: 2 mL whole blood
Minimum Volume: 1 mL whole blood
Transport: Must reach lab within 30 minutes. Transport in ice water slush bath.
Rejection Criteria: Ambient or frozen specimen.

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