Xylose Absorption Test (1 h), Serum

2 mL

Collection Instructions

Test may be conducted with either a 5g or 25g Xylose dose. Refer to separate listing for 2-hour test protocol. Collect baseline serum specimen (≥8 hours fast), separate and label a 2 mL aliquot. Administer Xylose dissolved in 250 mL water followed by another 250 mL water. Collect post-dose serum at 1 h, separate and label another 2 mL aliquot.

Handling Information

Store and send specimens frozen.