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Test Code Gestational Diabetic (3hr) Tolerance Gestational 3hr Tolerance

Department

Chemistry

Specimen Type

Plasma or Serum

Method

Enzymatic Reaction

Container

Sodium fluoride (gray) or Lithiumheparin (green top) or No additive with gel (gold hemogard)

Special Requirements

Follow established protocol.
It is recommended that the serum or plasma be physically separated from contact with cells within 2 hours of collection.

Standard Volume

4.5ml

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, 82952

Days Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Group Components

Fasting, 1hr, 2hr, 3hr with 100 Grams Glucola