CALCITONIN
Synonyms: | Thyrocalcitonin |
Computer Code: | (RCLT) |
Specimen Collection: | 4 mL blood (red top tube). Place on ice. Gold acceptable. |
Minimum Volume: | 2 mL |
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Allow to clot, centrifuge, remove serum, freeze immediately. Min 0.4 mL serum. |
Reference Values: | See reference laboratory report. |
Lab Code: | Send Out |
Requisition: | SPEC C |
Test Frequency: | NA |
Routine TAT: | 5 days |
Stat TAT: | N/A |
CPT Code(s): | 82308 |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |