Test Overview
Method
Chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA)
Result Included
C-Peptide
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumContainers
Collection Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Volume
Sample Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Comment
Gel-separator tubes are acceptable. Submit a separate specimen for Insulin if ordered.
Patient Preparation
Fasting
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen.
Additional Information
Fasting specimen preferred. Non-fasting specimen may be used to evaluate pancreatic reserve at the discretion of the physician.
Stability
| Frozen |
|---|
| 7 days |
If the specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis.
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Not frozen |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
C-Peptidepmol/LFasting: 298 - 2350ng/mL x 330
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPEPTIDE | C-Peptide | 28578 | pmol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-12-07