GLUCOSE, BODY FLUID

Test Code
FGLU (OE), GLUBF (LAB)


CPT Codes
82945

Preferred Specimen
Sterile Container

 


Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume
1 mL


Instructions
Centrifuge and perform testing on supernatant


Transport Container
FLUID Container


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 3 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Extreme viscosity


Methodology
Hexokinase

Setup Schedule
DAILY, as received


Report Available
STAT: <60 minutes
Routine: <4 hours


Performing Laboratory
Mount Sinai Hospital



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.