C-PEPTIDE STIMULATION BY GLUCAGON

C-Peptide stimulation by glucagon is useful in assessing patients for pancreatic beta cell function and reserve. Patients with Type I Diabetes mellitus have decreasing reserves of beta cell function.

  • Pre-test Information:

    12 hours overnight fasting mandatory. Injection Glucagon is not supplied by LPL

  • Report Delivery:

    Daily

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