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Glucose, Fasting

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


Test Code
FAST


CPT Codes
82947

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL plasma


Instructions
Draw blood in an PST tube following an overnight (12-14 hour) fast. Spin down. Avoid hemolysis.


Transport Container
PST Tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Colorimetric

Reference Range
70-100 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 12, 2020


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.