CALCIUM TOTAL; SERUM
| 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 |
Pre-test Information : Overnight fasting is preferred |
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Report Delivery : Daily |
CALCIUM TOTAL; SERUM
| Test Code | C-20 |
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| Test Description | **CALCIUM TOTAL; SERUM |
| Clinical Category | Bone and mineral metabolism |
| Sample | 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Overnight fasting is preferred |
| Method/Technology | SPECTROPHOTOMETRY |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |