Cortisol
Test Information
Test Name
Cortisol
Synonyms
Cushings Screen; Adrenal Screen
Department
Biochemistry
Preferred Specimen
SST
Testing Location
All
Turn Around Time
1 Day
Collection Information
Patient Requestable
Yes
Preparation
- AM/Morning: Samples should be taken 0700-1000hrs, ask patient to return in AM if presenting outside this time
- PM: Collect PM requests/ 1600hrs or later when BD variations requested
- Request for "Cortisol" can be collected randomly
Processing Information
Registration Code
CORT
Site Specific Notes
- Taupo
Process in PLW Biochemistry
Alternative Specimen
Lithium Heparin, EDTA, Plain
Methodology
Sample Storage
Fridge
Sample Stability
3 days
Interpretations
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john.woodford@pathlab.co.nz