Glucagon |
| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry |
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| Test Code: | GLAG |
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| Specimen Types: | Blood |
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| Container Types: | | Special: 5mL EDTA + Aprotinin | |
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| Adults Volume or Mass: | 2 mL |
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| Collection & Request Instructions: | Collect on Ice
Fast for > 8 hours pre procedure
(Collection tube: 5ml EDTA + Aprotinin - must collect from Pathology Reception)
(Before ordering consult with Endocrinologist.)
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| Processing Instructions: | Centrifuge
Aliquot
Freeze Immediately
Centrifuge and Separate within 30 minutes of collection. |
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| Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories: | On Ice
Send to lab immediately |
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| Assay Frequency: | Fortnightly |
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| External Laboratory: | NSW Health Pathology, (SSWPS) - RPA |
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| External Transport Instructions: | Send Frozen on Dry Ice
Must be approved by a Chemical Pathologist. |
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