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Glucose 2hr Post Challenge

Message
Gray and Serum tubes also acceptable


Test Code
G2PG


Preferred Specimen
1.0mL PST,heparinized plasma


Instructions
"Minimum specimen requirement is 0.5ml. plasma Oral Glucose Challenge-Collect 2hrs after 75g glucola drink administered
Testing Frequency: Performed as ordered"


Transport Container
PST, Plasma Separator


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 7 days refrigerated


Methodology
Hexokinase method



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.