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Cortisol PM

Order Code
16285
CPT
82533
Test Details
Synonyms

PM Cortisol

TAT

24 hours

Methodology

ECLIA

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Late-day cortisol test. Used in Cushing's screening.

Specimen Type

Serum or Plasma

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Gel-barrier tube or green top Lithium Heparin

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

Sample should be collected from 4PM to 8PM

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 4 days
Order Code
16285
CPT
82533
Test Details
Synonyms

PM Cortisol

TAT

24 hours

Methodology

ECLIA

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Late-day cortisol test. Used in Cushing's screening.

Specimen Type

Serum or Plasma

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Gel-barrier tube or green top Lithium Heparin

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

Sample should be collected from 4PM to 8PM

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 4 days