C-Peptide
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C-Peptide, Serum
Test ID: CPEPTIDE
Test
Method
Chemiluminescence Immunometric Immunoassay
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum
Test Location
ON, CA
Test Version
7-Dec-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Collection Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
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 |
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Additional Stability Information
If the specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis.
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Not frozen |
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Test Version
7-Dec-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Chemiluminescence Immunometric Immunoassay
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Peptide | pmol/L |
|
ng/mL x 330 | |
Test Location
ON, CA
Test Version
7-Dec-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CPEPTIDE | 28578C-Peptide | pmol/L |
Test Version
7-Dec-2023