Body Fluid Glucose

Message
Glucose on synovial fluid is sent to QUEST, use mnemonic GLUCSYN.


Test Code
BFGLU


Alias/See Also
GLUBF


CPT Codes
82945

Preferred Specimen
Sterile container


Minimum Volume
1.0 mL


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: Plasma \ Serum 8 hours at 15 - 25°C Fluoride Plasma 3 days at 15-25°C Refrigerated: Plasma \ Serum 3 days at 2 - 8°C CSF should be analyzed immediately or stored at 4°C or -20 °C Frozen: Not specified



Last Updated: September 25, 2024


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.