Glucose

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Glucose
RGLU, FGLU, glucose tolerance test, OGTT, GTT
Plasma (yellow). For fluids and CSF, please use yellow Fl-EDTA bottles.
8hrs

Used in the investigation and monitoring of disorders of glucose metabolism.

For the diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus, the use of an oral glucose tolerance test is recommended.

No known methodological interferences.

This test may require the patient to be in a fasting state. For a fasting state, the patient should refrain from any foods or liquids other than water for 8hrs.

**Please note, this information pertains to the analysis performed by the laboratory only**

3.9-5.4 mmol/L (please note this reference range applies to fasting samples only)
1.6%
13.3%