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Glucagon
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Methodology: | Quantitative Radioimmunoassay |
Performed: | Tue |
Reported: | 5-12 days |
Specimen Required: | Collect: Protease Inhibitor Tube (PPACK; Phe-Pro-Arg-cholormethylketone) – 1 ml plasma Specimen Preparation: Protease Inhibitor tube (ARUP supply #49662) A winged collection set must be used. WARNING: Collection tubes are NOT STERILE. Mix Collection tube thoroughly. Separate the plasma from cells within 1 hour of collection by centrifugation. Transfer to a Standard Transport Tube and freeze. Storage/Transport Temperature: Frozen. Unacceptable Conditions: Grossly hemolyzed specimens. Stability: After separation from cells: Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: 1 month Note: This test is approved for NY. Performing Lab ARUP Laboratory |
CPT Code(s): | 82943 |