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Cortisol, Serum, AM

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Updated Test Information:

Test Description
Cortisol, Serum, AM
Test ID
CORAM
Specimen Type
Serum
Alternate Specimen Type
Red, Li-heparin plasma
Specimen Requirements
SST
Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions
SST - Draw between 6:00-10:00 a.m.
Minimum Sample Volume
2 mL
Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable)
500 uL
Stability
25 hours at 20-25˚C
4 days at 2-8˚C
12 months at -20˚C. Freeze only once.
Unacceptable Specimen Conditions
Citrate plasma samples
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay ECLIA
Estimated TAT
0-2 days
Testing Schedule
Monday-Saturday
CPT Code(s)
82533
Reference Range
6-10 am: 4.82-19.5 ug/dL
Performing Lab
Incyte Diagnostics
LOINC Code(s)
2143-6