FRUC
Fructosamine
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3421
Synonyms:
Glycated protein
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Serum gel tube, lavender top (EDTA) tube, or green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum (preferred) or plasma
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.2 mL
Specimen Processing:
Separate the serum or plasma from the cells within 45 minutes of collection.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Frozen - 14 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 7 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Samples that have gross hemolysis or are lipemic will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
82985 - Fructosamine (EAP 30021116)
Method:
Colorimetric