Test Code IONCA Ionized Calcium (Venous)
Additional Codes
Ordering Mnemonic |
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IONCA |
Performing Laboratory
Holland Hospital Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Whole blood (DO NOT SPIN)
Container/Tube: Short GREEN top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen Volume: 2ml whole blood
Collection Instructions:
1. DO NOT REMOVE CAP! DO NOT SPIN!
2. Indicate Whole Blood
3. Label specimen appropriately.
Stability
3 hours ambient
8 hours refrigerated
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Available STAT
Test Classification and CPT Coding
Inquire with Cardiopulmonary Department