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Calcitonin

Ordering Information

A stimulation test (calcium or pentagastrin) is required when used for diagnostic purposes.

Laboratory
Referred Test
MBS Number
66695
Specimen
Blood
Container
Serum tube (gold cap OR red cap w. yellow insert)
Collection Instructions
Collect on ice
Minimum Adult Volume
5mL
Minimum Paediatric Volume
None
Notes

Please note: Test cannot be added on, as specimen must be collected on ice.

Frequency
Weekly
Reference Interval

This is a referred test. Please consult reference interval supplied with result.

Test Code
CALT
Container ID
SI, LHI, SP, LH, LHP
Storage Instructions
Store serum frozen at - 20°C
Additional (Storage) Instructions

Instructions for: Metropolitan and Regional Specimen Receptions

  • Calcitonin is extremely labile. Centrifuge, aliquot, and freeze serum within 24 hours of collection.
Transport Instructions
Transport frozen
External Laboratory
Biochemistry, Melbourne Health Shared Pathology Service