Pathology

Test & Collection Guide

Pathology staff view

New search...

Calcitonin

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

CALTN

Specimen types:

Serum

Container types:

Serum 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

Reference Interval:

Males <5.33 pmol/L,Females <3.36 pmol/L

Laboratory Use Only

If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare. If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf

Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf

SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare

TURN AROUND TIMES - When will my result be available?

CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements

CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form

CLICK HERE for a Log sheet for recording Pathology results

"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW