Oral Glucose Challenge Test : 50 grams load (OGCT)

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Oral Glucose Challenge Test : 50 grams load (OGCT)

Category: Endocrine / Metabolic / Diabetes

Test Information:
The Oral Glucose Challenge test is used in the diagnosis and management of diabetes mellitus, gestational diabetes, and other carbohydrate metabolism disorders.

Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)

Specimen Type:
Serum

Required Volume:
2 mL

Patient Preparation:
Please inform patient the he/she will take 50 grams glucose load one hour prior to specimen collection.

Notes:
N/A (Not Applicable)

Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)

  • Storage: 2 to 8°C
    Stability: 7 days
  • Storage: 20 to 25°C
    Stability: 2 days
  • Storage: – 20°C
    Stability: 1 day

Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)

Test Category:
Routine

Test Schedule:
Daily

Results Availability:
Within 4 hours

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