Test Information:
Urinary calcium reflects dietary intake and rate of calcium absorption. It is used to evaluate endocrine function, calcium metabolism and excretion, and acid–base balance.
Specimen Container:
Sterile Urine Container (with preservative)
Specimen Type:
Random Urine
Required Volume:
5 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
Collect urine specimen with 1 mL deionized water and 1 mL hydrochloric acid as preservative (1-2 mL of 6 mol/L HCl).
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 4 days - Storage: 20 to 25°C
Stability: 2 days - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 3 weeks
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours