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Test Code CGCAI Capillary Ionized Calcium

Performing Lab

Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Ordering Recommendations

Assessment of free calcium in the blood.

Collect

Capillary Whole Blood

Collection Device

Lithium Heparin Non-Barrier Green Top Tube

Specimen Volume

3 mL

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Room Temp or Refrigerated 8 hours

Storage/Transport Temperature

Room Temp or Refrigerated 8 hours

Minimum Requirements

1 mL

Methodology

Ion selective electrode

Start Date

9/13/2017

Last Review Date

7/31/2025 JLH

Specimen Handling

Room Temp

8 hours
Refrigerated 8 hours

Remarks

TURN AROUND TIME

8 hours