| EX0405 CORTISOL FREE, 24 HOUR URINE |
| Specimen: |
20 mL (10 mL min.) aliquot of 24-hour urine. Collect urine with 10 g of boric acid to maintain sample integrity. Record 24-hour volume on the test request form and urine container. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 8 hrs |
48 hrs |
2 weeks |
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| Method: |
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Comment: |
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| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
This assay is preferred as a screening test for Cushing syndrome. It also helps in the diagnosis of Pseudo-hyperaldosteronism due to excessive licorice consumption. The test has limited usefulness in the evaluation of Adrenal insufficiency. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Endocrinologist |
| Disease: |
Disorders of Adrenal Gland |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
Biochemistry |
| Pre Test Information: |
No special preparation required |
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