Test Directory
3208 Calcium, serum
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Serum-SST
7 days 2-8°C
8.6-10.3 mg/dL
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Method
Colorimetric
Schedule
Mon-Sat
Turn-Around Time
24 hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
Clinical Utility
To screen for, diagnose, and monitor a range of conditions relating to the bones, heart, nerves, kidneys, and teeth.
CPT Codes
82310
