Calcitonin:
Fasting Required: Yes 10-12 hours
Specimen: Blood
Lab: Quest Diagnostics
Results: Test run Mon, Wed, Fri; Report available in 2 days Average processing time
Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Description: Calcitonin is a hormone that is produced in the parafollicular cells (commonly known as C-cells) of the thyroid gland. Calcitonin is involved in helping to regulate levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood, opposing the action of parathyroid hormone.
Alternate Names: Human Calcitonin, Thyrocalcitonin
Specimen: Blood
Lab: Quest Diagnostics
Results: Test run Mon, Wed, Fri; Report available in 2 days Average processing time
Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Description: Calcitonin is a hormone that is produced in the parafollicular cells (commonly known as C-cells) of the thyroid gland. Calcitonin is involved in helping to regulate levels of calcium and phosphate in the blood, opposing the action of parathyroid hormone.
Alternate Names: Human Calcitonin, Thyrocalcitonin