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Test Code 24CA Calcium, 24 Hour, Urine

Performing Laboratory

Chilton Hospital Laboratory-Chemistry

Methodology

Colorimetric

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Urine
Container/Tube: 24-hour, plastic urine container
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Collection Instructions:

1.Collect 24 hr urine as instructed

2.No preservative is required.

 

Additional Information:
1. Starting and ending times of collection are required.

2. Follow instructions in Urine Collection in Special Instructions.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Reference Values

Calcium-free: 5-40 mg/day

Low to average: 50-150 mg/day

Average: 100-300 mg/day

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Turnaround Time:

Routine-8 hours

Special Instructions