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HelpTest Code PTHCA Parathyroid Hormone Intact with Calcium
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 2.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Green PST, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Calcium Level - Stability: Room temp 8 hrs, Refrigerated 4 days, Frozen 6 months.
PTH - Stability: Plasma: Room temp 9 hrs, Refrigerated 3 days. Serum: Room temp 8 hrs, Refrigerated 7 hrs, Frozen 1 month.
Performed Test Frequency
Daily
CPT(s)
83970 82310
Performing Location
Test performed at MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry.
Cerner Order Code
PTHCA
Acceptable Collection Tube(s)
Preferred: GRN PST
Acceptable: Gold SST
Panel Includes
Calcium Level
Parathyroid Hormone Intact