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GLUCOSE, BODY FLUID

Message
The following body fluid sources have been validated for testing at the Central Lab: Ascites, Pancreatic Cyst, Pericardial, Peritoneal and Pleural


Test Code
GLUBF


CPT Codes
82945

Preferred Specimen
Sterile Container


Other Acceptable Specimens
or 1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)



Instructions
Centrifuge and perform testing on supernatant


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 3 days


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


Methodology

Hexokinase



Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun


Report Available
Within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory.


Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab  
NCHB1 (Chemistry, Beckman AU)


Last Updated: January 8, 2026


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.