Calcium, ionised

BC6061

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Adult and paed: Heparinised syringe
Neonates: Heparinised capillary tube
Specimen Requirement

Collect blood to mark. Cap syringe. Place this in a biohazard specimen bag. Send immediately to Lab.


Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the anticoagulant is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Orderable as Urgent? Yes
Turn Around Time
Average 30 mins ( 25 - 35 mins )
Reference Value(s)
1.15 - 1.33 mmol/L
Testing Laboratory Location KKH
Laboratory Clinical Chemistry
Contact Number 6394 1383
Day and Time Performed
Daily, 24 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Additional Information
Critical values:
Low: < 0.8 mmol/L
High: > 1.6 mmol/L

Change History Notes

  • 08 Aug 2023 09:00 AM

    ​Updated specimen requirement. 

  • 19 Oct 2021 02:30 PM

    Updated Specimen Requirement.

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Last Updated - 28 May 2025