Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD05241Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
1,5-Anhydroglucitol (1,5‑AG), Intermediate Glycemic Control
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
To assist with control of blood glucose levels, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) has recommended glycated hemoglobin testing (HbA1c) twice a year for patients with stable glycemia, and quarterly for patients with poor glucose control. Interpretative ranges are based on ADA guidelines.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
1,5‑AG
Analyte1,5 AG, Intermediate Glycemic Control • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Result Codes
- 53835-5
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Collection Instructions
received spun
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; anticoagulants other than EDTA; unspun serum separator tubes
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |