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Test Code FRUCTOS Fructosamine

Cerner Test Code

FRUCT

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Preferred: Gold SST

Acceptable: GRN PST or Red Top

Specimen Draw Volume

Volume: 3.0 mL

Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL

Processing Instructions

Draw in a Gold SST or Green PST. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes and centrifuge within 2 hours of collection. Store and transport refrigerated.

Stability

Stability: Room temp 3 days, Refrigerated 2 weeks, Frozen 60 days.

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

CPT(s)

82985

Methodology

Colorimetric

Performing Location

Test performed at Mercy Clinical Lab, Des Moines, IA, Chemistry.

Rejection Criteria

Specimens that are grossly hemolyzed and icteric.