Test Code GEST Gestational Glucose
Performing Laboratory
Central Vermont Medical Center
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Plasma Sodium Fluoride/K oxalate (GRAY), Serum, SST
Acceptable: Plasma Li heparin (GRN), Red
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Collection Instructions:
Volume
1 ml
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8 hrs (separated from RBC’s)
Refrig: 7 days
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Specimen Type
Plasma
Container
Plasma (GREY)