Pathology

Test & Collection Guide

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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

Storage Instructions:

Spin, separate and freeze plasma.

Transport Instructions:

Packed by certified Personnel.

Results: 02-95157204.

RPA, Endocrinology, Building 32, Lucas street. Camperdown, NSW 2050.

External Laboratory:

Sydney South West Pathology Service(RPA)

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