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Random Glucose (Serum)

Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:RGL
Medicare rebatable:Yes
Registration Instructions:

Use this panel for only random glucose collected in a serum tube. Serum tube may be used only if sample is transported to the laboratory within one hour of collection.

Specimen Types:Serum
Container Types:
SSTSST
Adults Volume or Mass:4 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:0.6 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:Collect at ambient temperature

EMR orders: fluoride oxalate is the only available sample type option in EMR. If glucose testing in a serum sample is required, use a pathology request form.

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Send to lab immediately
Processing Instructions:Centrifuge
Assay Frequency:Daily

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