PREFERRED VS MINIMUM COLLECTION VOLUMES

  • The preferred volume optimizes testing and allows the laboratory to quickly process the specimen, perform the test, and repeat testing, if necessary. If possible, please submit the preferred volume.
  • The minimum volume is the amount required to perform an assay once and does not allow for repeat testing. Minimum volumes may be necessary when venipuncture is technically difficult or the patient is at risk of complications from blood loss.

 

(previous month)

 

TEST ANNOUNCEMENTS

09/15/25: Potassium and ionized calcium results will be suppressed (not reported) on all iSTATs due to vendor notification of FDA updated clearance for specimen types.
If testing for potassium and ionized calcium is required, a specimen will need to be sent to the main laboratory. For questions, please contact Point of Care at x4308.


09/08/25: CLOtest replaced with RAPID UREAse MEDIUM
DISCONTINUED - CLOtest


NEW - RAPID UREAse MEDIUM

 

 

 


Tests not performed at Dayton Children's Hospital are sent to a referral laboratory.
 
Outside links to referral laboratory order forms should not be utilized; please order tests directly through DCH, and we will facilitate the process.
 
 
 


Genetic testing requires a referral to Genetics.
  

The Laboratory Stewardship Committee uses a coordinated, evidence-based approach to manage laboratory testing. Stewardship involves ensuring that the right test is ordered at the right time for the right patient while also making sure that the test results are appropriately interpreted and acted upon. The goal is to eliminate redundant or unnecessary tests, prevent diagnostic errors, and enhance the overall efficiency.  Please send comments/suggestions regarding lab testing and/or this directory to:

Email: labstewardship@childrensdayton.org
 

CLIA Certificates for all testing center locations are available upon request.



 

 

PREFERRED VS MINIMUM COLLECTION VOLUMES

  • The preferred volume optimizes testing and allows the laboratory to quickly process the specimen, perform the test, and repeat testing, if necessary. If possible, please submit the preferred volume.
  • The minimum volume is the amount required to perform an assay once and does not allow for repeat testing. Minimum volumes may be necessary when venipuncture is technically difficult or the patient is at risk of complications from blood loss.

 

(previous month)

 

TEST ANNOUNCEMENTS

09/15/25: Potassium and ionized calcium results will be suppressed (not reported) on all iSTATs due to vendor notification of FDA updated clearance for specimen types.
If testing for potassium and ionized calcium is required, a specimen will need to be sent to the main laboratory. For questions, please contact Point of Care at x4308.


09/08/25: CLOtest replaced with RAPID UREAse MEDIUM
DISCONTINUED - CLOtest


NEW - RAPID UREAse MEDIUM

 

 

 


Tests not performed at Dayton Children's Hospital are sent to a referral laboratory.
 
Outside links to referral laboratory order forms should not be utilized; please order tests directly through DCH, and we will facilitate the process.
 
 
 


Genetic testing requires a referral to Genetics.
  

The Laboratory Stewardship Committee uses a coordinated, evidence-based approach to manage laboratory testing. Stewardship involves ensuring that the right test is ordered at the right time for the right patient while also making sure that the test results are appropriately interpreted and acted upon. The goal is to eliminate redundant or unnecessary tests, prevent diagnostic errors, and enhance the overall efficiency.  Please send comments/suggestions regarding lab testing and/or this directory to:

Email: labstewardship@childrensdayton.org
 

CLIA Certificates for all testing center locations are available upon request.



 
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