Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / 1,25 - dihydroxyvitamin D
1,25 - dihydroxyvitamin D
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | 1,25 - dihydroxyvitamin D |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | 125VITD, Calcitriol |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | Brown clotted serum, gel barrier |
| Clinical Indication | 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D is the active form of vitamin D. This test should only be done if 25-hydorxyvitamin D results do not fit in with clinical picture. It is predominanlty used in the Investigation of hypercalcaemia if sarcoidosis or lymphoma is suspected as the cause. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 0.6mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 4 weeks |
| Laboratory | Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Castle Street, Glasgow, G4 0SF 01412429500 |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
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