Calcium, Total

300.00

The total calcium blood test measures the total amount of calcium in your blood. Your doctor will order this test as part of a routine metabolic panel or if you’re experiencing certain symptoms.

SPECIMEN: 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum from 1 SST.

STABILITY: Room: 8 hrs; Refrigerated: 3 weeks; Frozen: 4 weeks

REPORT: Daily

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: Overnight fasting is preferred.

USAGE: Calcium imbalance may cause a spectrum of diseases. High concentrations are seen in Hyperparathyroidism, malignancy and Sarcoidosis. Low levels may be due to protein deficiency, renal insufficiency and hypoparathyroidism.

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