Test Name Ca Ion Calcium Level Ionized

Additional Codes

Post Filter Ionized Calcium = Post ICa

Pre Filter Ionized Calcium = Pre ICa

Munson Medical Center Laboratories

Ion-Selective Electrode (ISE)

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Whole Blood

Specimen must arrive within 30 minutes of draw.

Container/Tube: Blood gas capillary tube or heparinized syringe. Specimen exposed to air is not acceptable.

Specimen Volume: Full blood gas capillary tube or 1 mL of whole blood from heparinized syringe

Transport Temperature: Refrigerate

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

4.5-5.3 mg/dL

Monday through Sunday

82330