Test Methodology:

See Individual Test 

Running Day:

Daily 

Turn Around Time:

Routine: Two (2) hours

STAT: One (1) hour 

Specimen Requirement:

3cc serum (SST or red top), 3 cc whole blood (EDTA) for ketone and for hbA1c 

Patient Preparation:

8 to10 hours of fasting; Normal water intake is acceptable unless otherwise instructed by the doctor

Special Considerations:

Avoid hemolysis 

Unit Conducting the Service:

Clinical Chemistry Services