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Glucose, whole blood
MessagePerformed in the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820
Test Code
WBGLU
CPT Codes
82962
Preferred Specimen
Whole blood
Minimum Volume
1mL
Instructions
analyze as soon as possible
Transport Container
Heparinized Syringe/Green Top
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 4 hours
Methodology
Amperometry
Setup Schedule
This test is performed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Reference Range
Glucose 70 - 139 mg/dL
Glucose, fasting 70 - 99 mg/dL
Glucose, fingerstick 70 - 139 mg/dL
Glucose, whole blood 70 - 139 mg/dL
CRITICAL VALUE
0-1 month Critical alert value <45 or >250 mg/dL
>1 month Critical alert value <45 or >450 mg/dL
Glucose, fasting 70 - 99 mg/dL
Glucose, fingerstick 70 - 139 mg/dL
Glucose, whole blood 70 - 139 mg/dL
CRITICAL VALUE
0-1 month Critical alert value <45 or >250 mg/dL
>1 month Critical alert value <45 or >450 mg/dL
Clinical Significance
This test is used to monitor glucose levels in blood
