Insulin
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Test Code: 561
CPT Code(s): 83525
Methodology: Immunoassay (IA)
Clinical Significance: For diagnosis and monitoring of diabetes and insulin-secreting tumors.
Alternative Name(s): Fasting insulin, Immunoreactive insulin, Insulin level
Supply: T01 - Red/Gray SST 8.5mL
Preferred Specimen: Serum
Preferred Volume: 1mL
Transport Container: Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Transport Temperature: FROZEN
Specimen Stability: Frozen: 28 days
Rejection Criteria: Specimens transported at room temperature; Hemolysis; Grossly icteric
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