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Glucose,Gestational Screening

Message
Performed Monday through Friday only.


Test Code
GLGST


Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum


Instructions
Contact Satellite lab 24 hours in advance for instructions. Serum: Spin within 2 hours of collection. Patient challenged with 50g Glucola.


Transport Container
SST tube


Transport Temperature
Separated specimen stable for 1 day room temp., and 3 days refrigerated


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
When used in conjunction with other patient data by the physician to help screen for gestational diabetes.




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.