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Calcitonin

Laboratory:
Referred Test
Test Code:
CALTN
Specimen types:
Serum
Container types:
Serum tube with gelSerum tube with gel
Collection Instructions:
2-8 deg required if transport delayed > 30 mins
Sample haemolysis may make this test unreportable

Consult Chemical Pathologist prior to sending.

A stimulation test (calcium or pentagastrin) is required when used for diagnostic purposes. Calcitonin is extremely labile and must be kept cold and spun ASAP.

Minimum Adult Volume:
2 mL
Notes:

A marker of medullary carcinoma of the thyroid

A stimulation test (calcium or pentagastrin) is required when used for diagnostic purposes. Calcitonin is extremely labile and must be kept cold and spun ASAP.

Frequency:
Weekly
Result Turnaround Time:
7-10 days
Laboratory Use Only

  

Accessing Results

EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.

Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.

To access Auscare, see instructions.

 

Forms & Collection Guides

Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form  

Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.

Microbiology Swab Collection Guide 
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.

Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions 

 

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