PROINSULIN
Proinsulin
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3485
Synonyms:
PINS
PROINSUL
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:
1.Patient should fast for 8 hours before specimen collection.
2. Infants younger than 2 years should fast a maximum of 6 hours.
Container Type:
Ice- Cooled, Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Type:
Plasma EDTA
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.25 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. After collection, place the whole blood on ice for at least 10 minutes, then centrifuge at refrigerated temperature.
2. Aliquot plasma into a plastic vial and send frozen.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Frozen - 30 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Hemolysis: Reject
CPT Codes:
84206 - Proinsulin (EAP 30021203)
Test Schedule:
Tuesday, Friday
Turnaround Time:
3-6 Days
Method:
Electrochemiluminescent Assay
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges