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Glucagon

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

GLUCA

Specimen types:

Plasma

Container types:

See Instructions

Collection Instructions:

Glucagon test is performed on a fasting sample (overnight fasting). Patient must be resting for at least 10 minutes before the blood is collected.

4 mL whole blood EDTA (containing Trasylol [aprotinin]). PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A SPECIAL COLLECTION TUBE AVAILABLE ONLY FROM THE PATHOLOGY DEPARTMENT. Transport tube on ice, deliver to laboratory immediately for separation.

Frequency:

Weekly

Result Turnaround Time:

3-4 weeks

Reference Interval:

50-150 pg/mL

Laboratory Use Only

If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare. If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf

Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf

SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare

CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements

For Microbiology Swab Collection https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/microbiology/Microbiology%20Swab%20Specimen%20Collection.pdf

CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form

"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW