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Test Code Epic LAB61 CORTISOL, RANDOM

Important Note

ENSURE SAMPLES ARE AT 20-25 DEGREES CELSIUS BEFORE TESTING

Please note: Due to the circadian rhythm of cortisol levels in serum, the sample collection time must be noted.

Sunquest ordering code

CORTR

Sample type

PREFERRED: SST SERUM

ACCEPTABLE: RED SERUM

CPT Code

82533

Alias name

Cortisol Random

CORTICOSTEROIDS, CORTROSYN STIMULATION TEST, DEXAMETHASONE SUPPRESSION TEST (DXT), DIURNAL CORTICOIDS, COMPOUND F, 8545

Sample requirements

3.0 mL

Performing Laboratory

QCR

Minimum Volume

1.0 mL

Specimen Stability

ROOM TEMPERATURE: 24 HOURS

REFRIGERATED: 4 DAYS

FROZEN: 1 YEAR