Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Synonyms
Thyrocalcitonin
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB00935
Lab Test Days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Standard TAT
3-6 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
Overnight fasting is preferred.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Frozen-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 24 Hours; Frozen: 28 Days
Rejection Criteria
Received room temp
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum
CPT Codes
82308
Revised
05-09-17
Initials
SL