Laboratory Medicine Program


Glucose, random

Clinical Decription:
The measurement of glucose is used in the diagnosis and treatment of carbohydrate metabolism disorders including diabetes mellitus, neonatal hypoglycemia, idiopathic hypoglycemia, and insulin overdose.

Method: Automated/Manual

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Glucose, Random | 3.8-7.7 | mmol/L

Specimen Type: grey stoppered tube
Volume: 3 uL (minimum: 1 uL)

Shipping: Frozen at -20C

Special Instructions: n/a

Testing Schedule(s): on demand.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

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