GLUCOSE TOLERANCE TEST, ORAL
| Synonyms: | GTT |
| Computer Code: | (GLM) |
| Specimen Collection: | 3 mL blood (gray top tube). |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Centrifuge for 10 minutes, remove plasma, refrigerate. Min 0.5 mL plasma. |
| Reference Values: | See Addendum I: http://www.albanymed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/01/Diabetes-Screening-and-Diagnosis-Recommendations.pdf https://intranet.amc.edu/download/attachments/3082801/americandiabetesassociationrecommendations1.pdf?version=1&modificationDate=1394132549917&api=v2 |
| Lab Code: | Chemistry |
| Requisition: | SPEC C |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | 2/hr |
| Stat TAT: | 45 min |
| CPT Code(s): | 82950, 82951 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |