Specimen Type
Serum and Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB82
Lab Test Days
As Received
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1 mL Blood
Container Type
Light Green (Lithium Heparin PST)
Collection Instructions
Must schedule an appointment at least 24 hours in advance. Order must specify number of hour(s) needed to be collected post patient eating a meal. If patient is fasting, verify with the physician if an initial fasting glucose is needed prior to the patient eating a meal. Submit specimen to lab STAT.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Plasma