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Calcium, Ionized WB

Laboratory - : Chemistry

Test ID :
ICAWB
Test Workstation :
MBG1
Specimen Type:
Blood
Tube Type:
Heparinized syringe, Green top (lithium heparin) microtainer or macrotainer, or heparinized capillary tubes. NO GEL SEPARATOR TUBES.
Collection Volume:
0.5 mL microtainer or syringe; (2) 125 uL capillary tubes; 1.5 mL whole blood green top (lithium heparin) tube
Minimum Volume:
250 uL microtainer or 0.5 mL syringe; (2) 125 uL capillary tubes; 1.5 mL macrotainer.
Preferred Volume:
500 uL microtainer or 0.5 mL syringe; (2) 125 uL capillary tubes; 1.5 mL macrotainer.
Cause for Rejection:
Clotted, air bubbles, Gel separator tube.
Storage:
Room Temp
Availability:
Daily, 24 hours; STAT
Methodology:
Direct Measurement using ion-selective electrode
Special Instructions:
Deliver immediately to laboratory at room temperature. For Outpatients, test should only be drawn in outpatient locations within the Hospital on the Mahoning Valley campus.
Lab/Phone:
330-746-9623
TAT:
30 minutes
Additional Info:
Reference range: Ca++ = 4.60-5.28 mg/dL; pH = 7.35-7.45
CPT Code:
82330

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