Test Methodology:

Colorimetric 

Running Day:

Daily 

Turn Around Time:

Routine: Two (2) hours

STAT: One (1) hour

Specimen Requirement:

3cc serum (red top or SST) 

Patient Preparation:

May either be one (1) hour or two (2) hours post meal depending on the doctor's request 

Special Considerations:

Avoid hemolysis 

Unit Conducting the Service:

Clinical Chemistry Services