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CORTICOSTERONE

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EX0400     CORTICOSTERONE
Specimen: 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube. Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
Stability:
Room Refrigerated Frozen
8 hrs 7 days 7 weeks
Method: LC-MS/MS
Comment:
Report: Contact us to know the TAT.
Usage: Measurement of Corticosterone is used as an adjunct to 11-deoxycorticosterone and 11-deoxycortisol measurement in the diagnosis of CYP11B1 and CYP11B2 deficiencies, rare glucocorticoid responsive Hyperaldosteronism, and isolated loss of function of 18 hydroxylases and 18 methyl oxidase activity of CYP11B2. It also helps to evaluate Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia in newborns where the elevation of 17 hydroxyprogesterone is only moderate.
Doctor Specialty: Endocrinologist
Disease: Disorders of Adrenal Gland
Components:
Courier Charges: 0.00
Home Collection: Available (*T&C Apply)
Department: GENETICS
Pre Test Information: Diurnal variation present; give sample between 8-10 am OR 4-6 pm. Overnight fasting is preferred.