| Test CODE | NAME |
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GTT4
Glucose Tolerance 4 Hours
| Methodology: | Quantitative Enzymatic |
| Performed: | Sun-Sat |
| Reported: | 1-2 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Gray (sodium fluoride/potassium oxalate).
Specimen Preparation: 1st draw: fasting basis; administer a 50 or 75 gram glucose load immediately after the 1st draw;;
2nd draw- 1 hour after the administration of glucose;
3rd draw - 1 hour after the 2nd draw;
4th draw - 1 hour after the 3rd draw;
5th draw - 1 hour after the 4th draw;
Total - 5 gray tubes
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
Stability: Room Temperature 48 hours; Refrigerated : 72 hours
Label each tube with the patient's name and time interval
Note: This test is approved for NY .
Performing Lab
Accu Reference Medical Laboratory
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| CPT Code(s): | 82947 |