Calcium, Urine, 24 Hour
Test Code
UCA24
Description
Collect
Collect a 24 hour urine sample.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL aliquot of urine from a well-mixed 24 hour collection.
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Frozen. Send urine aliquot Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Analyze Immediately at RT (15-25°C)
48 hours refrigerated at 2-8°C
Notes
24 hour urine specimen is the only acceptable sample type.
Performed
Monday - Friday
Methodology
Ion Selective Electrode
Turnaround Time
4 hours
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
UCA24
Reference Interval
Female: 100-300 mg/24 hours
Male: 100-300 mg/24 hours
CPT Code
82340