Synacthen
Test Information
Test Name
Synacthen
Synonyms
Serial Synacthen
Department
Biochemistry
Preferred Specimen
SST x 3
Testing Location
PLW; PLBOP; PLR
Turn Around Time
1 Day
Forms
View Synacthen Consent Form
Collection Information
Availability
Appointment required
Preparation
- Refer to test reference manual
Processing Information
Registration Code
SYN
Notes
- Keep all 3x SSTs on same request number, labelling with suffix S/Y/N
- Hand deliver to Biochemistry
Site Specific Notes
- Tauranga
Process in PLBOP Biochemistry
- Taupo
Process in PLBOP Biochemistry
Methodology
Sample Stability
2 days