| EX0401 CORTISOL SERUM: EVENING SAMPLE |
| Specimen: |
2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Diurnal variation present; take sample between 3-5 pm. Specify time and date on sample container and test request form. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 8 hrs |
48 hrs |
2 weeks |
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| Method: |
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Comment: |
Also see CORTISOL, STIMULATION BY ACTH; CORTISOL SUPPRESSION BY DEXAMETHASONE |
| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
Total cortisol concentrations are decreased in Addison’s disease and increased in Cushing’s disease and in other conditions of glucocorticoid excess. |
| 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: |
Sample must be drawn between 3-5 pm. |
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