| EX1348 INSULIN RESPONSE TO GLUCOSE 5 HOURS |
| Specimen: |
2 mL (1 mL min.) plasma from 1 Grey Top (Sodium Fluoride) tube AND 2 mL (1 mL min.) corresponding serum from 1 SST for each timed specimen set. Draw baseline fasting specimens. Dissolve 82.5 g glucose monohydrate (equivalent to 75 g anhydrous glucose) in adults or 1.92 g / Kg body wt in children in 300 mL water. Administer orally over a period of 5 minutes. Draw additional samples at 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0 and 5.0 hours. Note time drawn and tests required on each container label and test request form. Overnight fasting is mandatory. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Urine specimens are NOT REQUIRED. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 2 hrs |
24 hrs |
1 week |
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| Method: |
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay, Hexokinase |
| Comment: |
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| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
Insulin & C-peptide are released from the pancreas at the same time. This test is indicated for simultaneous assessment of beta-cell function and insulin sensitivity. A reduced insulin level after glucose administration is indicative of Type 2 Diabetes mellitus. High insulin levels are suggestive of Insulinoma. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Diabetologist, Physician |
| Disease: |
Diabetes |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
Biochemistry |
| Pre Test Information: |
Overnight fasting is mandatory. |
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