Insulin, Serum
Additional Information:
EPIC Test Name: INSULIN, TOTAL
CPT Code(s):
83525
Collection Procedure:
Collect specimen in SST tube. Allow to clot. Centrifuge and store refrigerated. Transport to lab.
Specimen Requirements:
Specimen Type: Serum (preferred) or Plasma
Container/Tube: SST or Lithium Heparin (Green top)
Sample Volume: 1 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL (Repeat testing is not possible with this specimen volume.)
Storage: Refrigerate
Stability (collection to time of analysis/testing):
- Refrigerated: 7 days
- Frozen: 3 months
Use:
This test is used to detect insulinoma. Do not use to diagnose diabetes mellitus.
Methodology:
Solid-phase, enzyme-labeled chemiluminescent immunometric assay
Reported:
1-3 Business Days
Reference Values:
Fasting: <29.10 mcIU/mL
Performed:
Monday - Friday