Calcitonin
Test Information
Test Name
Calcitonin
Synonyms
MTC Tumour Marker, Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma
Price
$90.00
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Preferred Specimen
Extra SST
Testing Location
Referral
Turn Around Time
2 weeks
Collection Information
Main Lab Only
Yes
Preparation
- Use pre-chilled tube
- Deliver to lab ASAP; or must be spun, separated and frozen within 1 hour
Processing Information
Registration Code
CAL
Notes
- Keep on ice; Centrifuge at 4C; Separate & freeze ASAP
Alternative Specimen
Plain tube
External Referral Information
Referral Location
Waikato Hospital Laboratory
Send Away Volume
0.5 mL serum
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