Glucose, Peritoneal

Test Code

GLUCOSE,PERIT

Alias/See Also

Chemistry

Preferred Specimen

Peritoneal fluid

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 2 days
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 7 days
Frozen (-20°C or colder): 1 day

Methodology
Hexokinase 6-6-PDH

Setup Schedule

Daily

Report Available

TAT 1 day

Limitations

Body fluid test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by VA West Roxbury Laboratory. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.

Reference Range

Reference range approximates that found in serum/plasma.

Clinical Significance

Glucose measurement in body fluid may be useful, with other laboratory tests, to evaluate effusions. Decreased concentrations are associated with bacterial infections, inflammation such as rheumatoid arthritis, and occasionally malignancy.

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

Last Updated: April 5, 2019

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