AM Cortisol
24 hours
ECLIA
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Daily
Morning cortisol level. Reflects adrenal function.
Serum or Plasma
0.5 mL
Gel-barrier tube or green top Lithium Heparin
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
Sample should be collected from 6AM to 10AM
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 4 days |
AM Cortisol
24 hours
ECLIA
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Daily
Morning cortisol level. Reflects adrenal function.
Serum or Plasma
0.5 mL
Gel-barrier tube or green top Lithium Heparin
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
Sample should be collected from 6AM to 10AM
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 4 days |