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HelpTest ID NBLD0185 Calcium, Urine
AKA
Ca, Urine
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile or Non-Sterile Container - Urine, Random
Test may be affected by gross hemolysis, gross icterus and gross lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 2 days | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 4 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 3 weeks |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday-Sunday
Additional Information
Acidify to pH <2.0 prior to testing with 6N HCL. Centrifuge before testing.
Methodology
Arsenazo III
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Fargo-Core Lab
CPT
82340