Calcitonin

CPT: 82308
Hormones

What This Test Measures

Hormone produced by thyroid C-cells; elevated in medullary thyroid cancer and C-cell hyperplasia.

Preparation

No fasting required

General guidelines only. Requirements vary by lab and individual. Confirm with your provider before adjusting any medications.

Turnaround Time

Varies by lab

Clinical Notes

Important tumor marker for medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC)

ICD-10 Codes

Common diagnosis codes associated with this test. Codes are assigned by your provider.

E07.9Disorder of thyroid, unspecified
E20.9Hypoparathyroidism, unspecified
E21.0Primary hyperparathyroidism

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Lab Codes

Proprietary codes used by each lab for this test.

ARUP Laboratories
0070023(order_code)
LabCorp
004135(order_code)
Quest Diagnostics
4820(order_code)

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For informational purposes only

This page is for educational and research purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. ICD-10 and CPT codes are assigned by your healthcare provider. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before ordering any lab test or making decisions about your health.