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Calcium, ionised

Test Code:

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.

Specimen Storage / Transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

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

Additional Information

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

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

Calcium, ionised BC6061
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