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HelpTest Code BF GLU Glucose, Body Fluid
Additional Codes
LAB186
Collection Method
Sterile body fluid collection
Container
Sterile Container, Syringe or Red top tube
Specimen Type
Preferred- Sterile Container, Syringe or Red top tube
Acceptable- Sterile Container, Syringe or Red top tube
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 8 hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 3 days |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | N/A |
Reference or Target Ranges
No reference values available for body fluid sources
Reportable Units
mg/dL
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | n/a |
| Icterus Threshold | n/a |
| Lipemia Threshold | n/a |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availabilty | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas |
CPT Codes
82945
Last review/edit date
2025