Test Code INS2G Insulin, 2 hours Post Glucola™
Performing Laboratory
Lima Memorial Health System Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Preferred:
Container/Tube: Gold top- Serum gel (SST-Gel) tube
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Collection Instructions: Collect 2 hours after glucose drink administered. Centrifuge within 2 hours.
Also Acceptable:
Container/Tube: Plain, Red Top
Reference Values
1.90-23.00 mIU/ml
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
Frozen: aliquot for longer storage
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Immunoenzymatic ("sandwich")
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83525