Ionized Calcium
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 |
Dark Green Tube (PST unacceptable)
Note: WHGH and NGH collect Yellow (SST)
|
| 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 | <30 minutes Note: WHGH and NGH 2 days |
| Stat Turnaround Time | <30 minutes Note: WHGH and NGH not available |
| Reference Interval |
see DOCS Adult Reference Range Chemistry # 10192 or Pediatric Reference Ranges Chemistry #9882 (Laboratory/Integrated Laboratory/General) |
| Critical Values | See DOCS Table of Criticals #9851 (Laboratory/Integrated Laboratory/General) |
| 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 referral Lab |