Test Code Epic LAB2491 GESTATIONAL GLUCOSE TOLERANCE TEST, 3 HOUR
Sunquest ordering code
GTTGES
Sample type
LIGHT GREEN LITHIUM HEPARIN
ALSO ACCEPTABLE: SST OR RED TOP SERUM
CPT Code
82951, 82952
Alias name
GTT 3 HOUR, GTT 3H, GTT3
Special Instructions
See Glucose Tolerance Test with Quick Reference List in MediaLab (90085.350)
Performing Laboratory
QC ALL
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Specimen Stability
ROOM TEMPERATURE: 8 HOURS
REFRIGERATED: 72 HOURS
FROZEN: N/A
Additional Information
- Patient must be gestational
- Draw fasting glucose
- 100g dose of Glucola for patient weighing >94 lbs
- Patient must finish drink within 5 minutes
- Draw specimens at 1 hour, 2 hours, and 3 hours after 100g glucose dose