Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Chemical Pathology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
SUDS
Test Code (Numeric Code)
3224
Laboratory Handling
Separating
Centrifuge and separate.
Store at -20°C, Toxicology Rack, Freezer 36
Laboratory
LabPLUS Toxicology
Sample Stability
Stable for at least a week at 4°C and one month at -20°C.
Synonyms
Sulphonylurea Drug screen, Hypoglycaemic Agent Screen, Anti-Diabetic Drug Screen, Gliclazide, Glipizide, Glibenclamide, Glimepiride, Tolbutamide, Tolazamide, Pioglitazone, Vildagliptin, Metformin, Nateglinide, Repaglinide
Turnaround Time
1 week
Performed Weekly.
Specimen Type
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Plain(Microtainer)
Pre-testing Requirements
Test not available outside normal working hours.
Tubes containing gel (SST and PST) are NOT acceptable
Please contact the laboratory if you require testing on a specific sample e.g. admission bloods.
Additional Specimen Information
These drugs can also be screened for in urine. Please make a note on the request form.
Refer to the urine drug screening page in the test guide for more information.
Last updated: 06/08/2026