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Cortisol, Serum, PM

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Updated Test Information:

Test Description
Cortisol, Serum, PM
Test ID
CORPM
Specimen Type
Serum
Alternate Specimen Type
Red, Li-heparin plasma
Specimen Requirements
SST
Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions
SST - Draw between 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Minimum Sample Volume
3 mL
Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable)
500 uL
Stability
26 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
4-8 pm: 2.47-11.9 ug/dL
Performing Lab
Incyte Diagnostics
LOINC Code(s)
2143-6