GLUCOSE

Test Code: 100Specimen Collection: Serum
Component:

Glucose

Method:

ENZ

Collection Notes:  Fasting specimen is preferred. Uncentrifuged gel-barrier collection tubes are not acceptable. Avoid hemolysis.
Clinical Utility: Glucose levels are used for the diagnosis and treatment of carbohydrate metabolic disorders.
CPT Code: 82947Testing Location: AML
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPE
Temperature:

Serum (1 mL)

Ambient
 
8
 
Hours
Refrigerated
 
6
 
Days
Frozen
 
>72
 
Hours

Lithium heparin plasma (1mL)

Ambient
 
8
 
Hours
Refrigerated
 
6
 
Days
Frozen
 
>72
 
Hours
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