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HelpTest Code 2 Hour Glucose Tolerance Test 2 Hour Glucose Tolerance Test
Abbrev
2HRGTT
Storage Temperature
R (2-8ºC)
ASTM/HL7/SDF 1
SQ=GTT2
EPIC=LAB169
Instrument/Location
Beckman DXC 700 AU
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum or Plasma (Lithium Heparin)
Container/Tube Type: Gold Top or Lt. Green Top Collection
Instructions:
Draw tube and label appropriately.
Note: Hemolyzed Specimens are not
acceptable.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Spun tube/Refrigerated
Useful For
Diagnosing DM. Administer 75g of Glucola if Fasting
glucose is <126.
Specimen stability/Retention time
7 days refrigerated
Reject Due To
Hemolysis
Performing Location
SJB Chemistry Department