Test Overview
Method
Ion-selective electrode (ISE)
Result Included
Calcium - Ionized; Calcium - Ionized (Corrected to pH 7.4)
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumVolume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Draw without stasis in serum separator tube.
Handling Information
Spin within 1 hours of collection to separate serum from cells but do not open tube. Store and send the unopened tube at 4°C but do not freeze. Specimen must be tested within 5 days of collection – specimen must be received at ICL Monday – Friday by 11:00 a.m. within 4 days of collection.
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
1 Day
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Calcium - Ionizedmmol/L1.15 - 1.35mg/dL x 0.250
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Ca - Ionized (pH 7.4 Corrected)mmol/L1.15 - 1.35mg/dL x 0.250
Referral Location
Canada
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-09-30