Glucose
Label Mnemonic: UGL
Epic code: LAB613
Order form: Laboratory Requisition
Supply order: Supply Order Form
Billing: Billing Policies
CPT code: 82945
Specimen(s):
Urine, Quantitation
Collection Medium:
Urine - 24 hour/timed plastic urine container
Alternate Collection Media:
Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection containers.
Minimum:
24 hr collection; no preservative. Collections other than 24 hr will not be calculated for G/24 hr.
Testing Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around Time:
3 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)
Reference Range:
<0.5 g/24 hr
Methodology:
Hexokinase/UV Test
Instructions:
Send entire 24 hour collection. Record date and time of collection on requisition.
Sample Processing:
Submit in leak-proof container.
Label the container with two Full patient identifiers, start date/time, and stop date/time of collection.
Sample Storage:
Refrigerate.
Transport Instructions:
Place labeled specimen into zip-lock type biohazard bag; seal bag.
Place completed requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
CPT Code:
82945