Category: THYROID | Code: K4303
Calcitonin
Function
This test measures the level of calcitonin in blood. Calcitonin is a type of hormone produced by the thyroid. High levels of calcitonin in the blood can help in the diagnosis of certain types of thyroid diseases, especially medullary thyroid cancer.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Saturday < 10 am | 2 days | Plain | Serum, 1 mL | 7 days, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
Not lysate and not lipemic
Method
Immunoassay (IA)
Score Reference
none