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Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) with Insulin - PAEDIATRIC


Test Name
Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) with Insulin - PAEDIATRIC
Test Code
GTTIN
Specimen Type

Fluoride Oxalate (for Glucose) AND Serum-Gel (for insulin)

Minimum Volume
0.3 mL fluoride oxalate AND 2mL serum-gel
Comments

This test performed as an outpatient in DMU. Please phone ext 55950 for appointment and instructions.

 http://www.rch.org.au/daymedical/about_us/Day_Medical_Protocols/

LAB NOTES: Allocate the one laboratory number to all samples without obscuring the relative collection times. Label samples clearly with the relative collection times e.g. 0, 1hr, 2hr. 

Insulin sample:Centrifuge, separate and freeze (-80ºC) immediately on receipt.

Assay Performed
Biochemistry
RCH
9345 4200
Assay Frequency

Glucose - As requested

Insulin - Monday to Friday as requested