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Gold Top SST Gel
Specimen Requirements
Preferred:
Container/Tube: Gold Top SST Gel
Minimum Volume: 1 mL (Serum)
Collection Instructions: DO NOT UNCAP. Tube MUST be COMPLETELY filled.
Also Acceptable:
Container/Tube: Plain Red
Specimen Stability
Centrifuge within 30 minutes following collection and submit unopened to the laboratory. Testing must be done ASAP.
Reference Range
0- 1 Day: 1.08-1.28 mmol/L
1-2 Days: 1.00-1.18 mmol/L
> 2 Days: 1.12-1.32 mmol/L
Methodology
Ion selective electrode (ISE)
CPT
82330
Test Alias
Ionized Calcium
CAION