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HelpTest Code INSL2 2 Hour Post Prandial Insulin
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SST
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen 2 hours after a glucose load or meal.
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Rejection Criteria
Specimen not centrifuged within 6 hours of collection; Hemolysis
Specimen Storage and Stability
Separate from cells and refrigerate.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, 24 hours
Alias
2 hour Post Prandial Insulin
EPIC Code
LAB2101
Acceptable Collection Container
SST, R-No Gel, LAV plasma
Patient Preparation
Follow physicians instructions pertaining to glucose load or meal. Testing to be performed 2 hours after glucose load or meal. Order fasting if requested by physician.
Additional Information
Ordering Information:
Order code for Fasting specimen, if ordered by physician:
INSL
Turn Around Time
24 hours
Lab Department
Chemistry
CPT
83525
LOINC
47862-8