CALCIUM, IONIZED, WHOLE BLOOD

Synonyms: Ionized Calcium, Whole Blood
Computer Code: (ICAWB)
Specimen Collection: Must be done at AMC Hospital. Blood collected in blood gas syringe (low heparin). Deliver to lab within 30 mins of draw. Place on ice.
Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Transport specimen at room temperature within 30 minutes of collection.
Reference Values: 1.14-1.33 MMOL/L Critical Value: < or equal to 0.90 mmol/L > or equal to 1.50 mmol/L
Lab Code: Chemistry
Requisition: GASES
Test Frequency: Daily
Routine TAT: 20 min
Stat TAT: 10 min
CPT Code(s): 82330
LCD or NCD: LCD LCD LCD
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII