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Fasting Plasma Glucose

Categories

  • Chemistry
  • Health Assessment and Safety

General Information

Name Information
Code:T591
Matrix:Plasma
Application:Insurance Risk Assessment, Wellness
Turnaround Time:Daily
Analytical - Method:Hexokinase
Reportable - Test Results Type:Quantitative
Units - Conventional:mg/dL

Specimen Information

Name Information
Minimum Volume:300µL
Preferred Volume:500µL
Rejection Criteria:

Improper labeling, improper sample handling, and wrong sample type.

Collection Instructions:

See “Blood Collection”

Collection Patient Preparation:Fasting blood sample
Container:Plasma: Heparin, fluoride or EDTA plasma may be used