Method Name
Reference Laboratory
Aliases
Insulin, Random; Insulin Level, Insulin Level
Specimen Required
one SST/gel tube.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1.0 mL of blood
Specimen Stability Information
Stable for 8 hours at room temperature or 1 week refrigerated.
Special Instructions
Separate serum from cells as soon as possible after collection.
Performing Laboratory
As ordered. Turn around time is 2-4 days.
Reference Values
Not established. The reference interval for a fasting insulin level is 5 – 27 uIU/mL.