C-peptide (Random Urine)

Test information: Discriminates between types 1 and 2 diabetes and MODY. NOT used for hypoglycaemic investigation.

Specimen Type(s)

• Urine;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

-

Specimen Container - Adult

• Boric Acid Red Top / Green Top Monovette;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Boric Acid Tube;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

1ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Patient should go to the toilet and then eat a meal as normal. Collect the urine sample within 4 hours.

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

See website- units nmol/mmol (http://www.diabetesgenes.org/content/urine-c-peptide-creatinine-ratio)

UKAS number

8210

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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