Insulin and C-Peptide

48 hours

ECLIA

Please note that high doses of Biotin supplement may potentially interfere with the results for this test The effect of Biotin interference can be greatly reduced or eliminated if the sample is taken at least 8 hours following the last Biotin administration For more information pleases contact the laboratory

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Measures insulin and C-peptide simultaneously. Used to evaluate endogenous insulin production and differentiate diabetes types.

Serum

1 mL

Red top tube or Gel barrier tube

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.