Insulin & C-peptide
Insulin and C-peptide assays are provided for the diagnosis of hypoglycaemia and will only be measured in states of hypoglycaemia. A fluoride oxalate sample for glucose should be sent at the same time (or provide point-of-care glucose result in clinical details). Serum samples are recommended for insulin measurement as this allows any follow-up tests (e.g. IGF-2, sulphonylureas) to be performed on the same sample. Lithium heparin is acceptable.
| Tube | 01 (SE) - Serum Gel |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0204 |
| Additional Information | The sample should be received in the lab within 30 min of collection. |
| Turn Around | Turnaround time stated by Guildford: 1 week. |
| Send to | Blood Sciences LGI (Test referred to: Guildford biochemistry lab.) |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Advice | Full information on all referred tests can be found on the referred tests information database, EQMS reference BSF2REC17003. |
| Collection Con | Sample should be received in the lab within 30 min of collection. Instructions to lab: centrifuge, separate serum and freeze immediately. Minimum volume: 0.2mL serum. |
| Sample REQ | Blood |
| Ref. Range Notes | Interpretation will be provided on the report. |
| Units | pmol/L |
| Telepath | LGI superset LINSL. SJUH superset JINSL. |
