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Glucose, 2-hour Postprandial

Message
Day(s) Test Set Up: Monday through Sunday


Test Code
2HPP


CPT Codes
82950

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL plasma


Instructions
Draw blood in a PST tube 2 hours after a meal or 2 hours after ingestion of Glucola™ as determined by the physician. Spin down. Avoid hemolysis.


Transport Container
PST Tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Colorimetric

Reference Range
70-140 mg/dL
Alarm values: Age dependent


Clinical Significance
Glucose is a product of carbohydrate metabolism and is the source of energy for cell functions.



Last Updated: February 1, 2013


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.