Ionized Calcium
| Test Name | Ionized Calcium |
| Alternate Name(s) | |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic | CA ION Note: WHGH and NGH please order ZZ.CA ION |
| Specimen Type | |
| Collection Container |
Green 4.0 ml (BCHS) Low Draw Green 2.0 (BCHS) Heparinized 1.0mL syringe acceptable for neonates |
| Container Information | |
| Collection Information |
Tube must be at least 2/3 full to capacity or rejected. Use low volume collection tubes (2 ml) or 0.5 mL collected in a balanced heparin syringe (butterfly attachment) for pediatrics or difficult draws.
Do not open tube as it is critical the vacuum not be disrupted If possible do not use a tourniquet during collection |
| Test Schedule | 24/7 |
| Routine Turnaround Time | Turnaround times are posted in DOCS/ Laboratory Turn Around Times DOCS# 9580 |
| Stat Turnaround Time | |
| Reference Interval |
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| Critical Values | |
| Lab Process Notes |
BCHS : Must be tested within 30 minutes of collection BCHS: Do not centrifuge Please Note: Results posted are not corrected for pH 7.40 Note: WHGH and NGH Collect in dedicated tube by venipuncture. The tube must be filled completely. Centrifuge. Do not open. Store and ship refrigerated. Timing to testing site is not critical |
| Storage and Transport | Transport immediately to lab |
| Test Referred To | On-Site BGH Laboratory Note: WHGH and NGH Off-site referral Lab |
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