Calcium
Order Code: URCA
Order Form: Laboratory Requisition
Specimen:
Urine, Random
Collection Medium:
Yellow top conical tube (no additive)
Alternate Collection Media:
Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection containers.
Minimum:
10 mL; random specimen must have at least 10 mL to titrate.
Analytic Time:
24 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)
Reference Range:
Diet dependent; average diet, 15-150 mg/24hr
Methodology:
Colorimetric
Instructions:
Random specimen acceptable, minimum volume is 10 ml.
Sample Processing:
Submit in leakproof container.
Label transport tube with two patient identifiers, date and time of collection.
Sample Storage:
Refrigerate.
Transport Instructions:
Place specimen into zip-lock type bag, seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
CPT Code:
82340
 
See Additional Information:
Urine Tests Requiring no Preservatives