Test Code GLUC Glucose
Specimen Type
Plasma
Container
Green Lithium Heparin
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Pediatric minimum: 1 green top microtainer
Stability
8 hours at 20-25°C/3 days at 2-8°C
Transfer Instructions
Centrifuge. Transport separated specimen at 2-8°C.
Expected Turn Around Time
STAT/ASAP: 1 hour
CPT
82947
Result Information
Result Code | Result Name |
GLUC | Glucose Level |
GLUCFAST | Glucose Fasting |
GLUCOSUL | Glucose O'Sullivan |
Special Instructions
Glucose Fasting and Glucose O-Sullivan may be specifically ordered.
Additional Codes:
Gestational Diabetes Testing
Pregnancy 1 Hour Glucose
Glucose Obstetric Screen