Specimen Collection

C-Peptide

Test Name

C - Peptide

Test Code

SACPEP

Specimen Type

Serum-Gel (preferred) or Lithium Heparin

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Preferred Volume

2 mL

Comments

Specimen should be sent to Laboratory on ice pillow.

Lab Notes: Serum must be frozen.

Send to testing laboratory on dry ice. Do not pack dry ice in a sealed container. Use appropriate PPE.

MBS item number

66695

Assay Performed

Biochemistry Dept via Central Specimen Reception

Royal Melbourne Hospital

2nd Floor Main Block Grattan St

Parkville 3050

VIC

9342 7360

Assay Frequency

Weekly

The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne