Test Code Gestational Diabetic (1hr) Screen Gestational 1hr Screen
Department
Chemistry
Specimen Type
Plasma or serum
Method
Enzymatic Reaction
Container
Sodium flouride (gray) or Lithium heparin (green top) or No additive with gel (gold top)
Special Requirements
It is recommended that the serum or plasma be physically separated from contact with cells within 2 hours of collection.
Standard Volume
5ml
Minimum Volume
1ml
Pediatric Volume
0.8ml
Ship Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability Refrigerated
72 hours (off cells)
Stability Room Temp
2 hours (on cells), 8 hours (off cells)
Stability Frozen
>5 days (off cells)
CPT Code
82951
Days Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Group Components
1hr, with 50 grams Glucola