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Glucose, Arterial

Test Code
GLUCOSE,ARTERIAL


Alias/See Also
Chemistry


Preferred Specimen
ARTERIAL BLOOD


Transport Temperature
Transport Room Temperature.


Specimen Stability
Must deliver to lab at room temperature within 30 minutes of draw.DO NOT put on ice!


Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
TAT 1 day


Reference Range
65 - 100 mg/dL


Clinical Significance
The measurement of blood glucose in helpful in diagnosing many metabolic diseases. Such diseases include diabetes mellitus, Cushing’s disease, hyperthyroidism, and pancreatitis, which are associated with a high level of glucose in the blood (hyperglycemia). Diuretic therapy can also increase the level of blood glucose. A low level of blood glucose (hypoglycemia) is most frequently caused by over administration of insulin, but Addison’s disease, hypopituitarism, and sever liver disease can also significantly lower the level of blood glucose.


Performing Laboratory
Test performed at West Roxbury Chemistry Lab
Contact: Jonathan Dryjowicz-Burek 857-203-5973


Last Updated: April 4, 2022


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