Glucose testing is a random blood test to check glucose (sugar) levels. It’s usually done by pricking the finger to draw a small drop of blood. This blood is then wiped onto a test strip that will give a glucose reading. Random glucose testing is a powerful tool for people with diabetes.

SPECIMEN: 2 mL (1 mL min.) plasma from 1 Grey Top (Sodium Fluoride) tube. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
STABILITY: Room: 6 hrs; Refrigerated: 72 hrs; Frozen: 1 week
REPORT: Daily
INSTRUCTIONS: Nil
USAGE: In a patient with classic symptoms of hyperglycemia or hyperglycemic crises, a random plasma glucose >200 mg/dL confirms Diabetes mellitus.