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HelpTest Code LAB81 Glucose, Fasting
Specimen Requirement
0.5 mL Serum or Lithium Heparin plasma; SST and PST acceptable.
Avoid prolonged contact with red blood cells.
Specimen Stability
2 days at 20-25° C
7 days at 2-8° C
3 months at -20° C
Testing Schedule
Daily
Reference Range
Fasting: 70 – 99 mg/dL
Testing Department
Chemistry
Method
Hexokinase glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase
CPT Code
82947
Additional Testing Locations
This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinics:
- Crookston
- Devils Lake
Please contact appropriate lab location for specific test information, as methodology varies by site.
Outpatient Turnaround Time
24 hours after receipt
Inpatient STAT Turnaround Time
40 minutes after receipt
Inpatient Routine Turnaround Time
4 hours after receipt