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Glucose by Accuchek

Message
Accuchek Inform


Test Code
POCT GLU WB


CPT Codes
CPT 82948

Minimum Volume
one drop whole blood


Instructions
Perform fingerstick, wipe away first drop and place specimen on the strip and insert strip when prompted


Methodology
Amperometry

Limitations
The following compounds when determined to be excess of their limitation, may produce elevated glucose results: Galactose >10mg/dL can give falsely elevated results. Maltose > 16 mg/dL delivered intravenously can give falsely elevated test results. Bilirubin (unconjugated) >20 mg/dL Lipemic Samples >5000 mg/dL Acetaminophen >8 mg/dL Uric acid : Hypogylcemic range > 10 mg/dL Euglycemic range > 12 mg/dL Hyperglycemic range > 16 mg/dL.


Reference Range
10-600 mg/d


Clinical Significance
These systems are designed to quantitatively measure the concentration of glucose in whole blood.




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.