Glucose, 24-Hour Urine Collection via High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for Placental Tissue
This test measures the amount of glucose (sugar) excreted in your urine over a 24-hour period, analyzed from placental tissue samples using a specialized HPLC method. It may be part of specialized studies for maternal-fetal metabolic assessment.
["This test helps evaluate how much glucose is processed by placental tissues over time, useful in specific research or clinical contexts."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 72895-6
- Short code
- Glucose 2.5h p Lac PO SerPl-sCnc
- Synonyms
- Glucose 2.5h p Lac PO SerPl-sCnc
- Category
- glucose
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Ref low
- 70
- Ref high
- 100
- Critical range
- 50 N/A – 400 N/A
- Fasting
- true
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- CPT
- 82947
- SNOMED
- 260395008
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
Why This Test Might Be Ordered
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you’re undergoing specialized studies related to placental function, metabolic health, or research involving placental glucose metabolism. It could be part of a broader evaluation for conditions affecting glucose metabolism in pregnancy or related investigations.
What to Expect Before the Test
Since this involves placental tissue analysis, you’ll likely be instructed by a healthcare professional or research team about the specific collection process. Typically, placental tissue is obtained after delivery, and a sample is prepared for HPLC analysis. Follow all instructions carefully to ensure accurate results.
What the Test Results Mean
The results provide quantitative data on glucose concentration in placental tissue over 24 hours. Interpretation depends on clinical context, such as whether this is part of a research study or diagnostic evaluation. Your healthcare provider will discuss findings with you.
Common Clinical Uses
This test may be used in research settings to study placental glucose metabolism, assess metabolic disorders in pregnancy, or evaluate placental function in high-risk pregnancies. It’s not a standard diagnostic test for general use.
Reference range
Fasting: 70-100 mg/dLN/A
Fasting for 8-12 hours required. Water is permitted. Avoid chewing gum and smoking before the test.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Clinical significance: This specialized test focuses on placental glucose handling and may inform research findings or targeted clinical decisions in high-risk pregnancies or metabolic studies. Results are interpreted in the context of the specific study or clinical scenario.
Frequently asked questions
Why is a placental tissue sample needed for this test?
How long does it take to get results from this test?
Can I eat or drink anything before this test?
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