Test Information:
Cortisol is the major glucocorticoid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex. Cortisol test is used in the diagnosis and treatment of adrenal disorders and it serve as a direct monitor of adrenal status and an indirect measurement of pituitary hyper or hypofunction.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain) – USE PLASTIC TUBE
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
N/A (Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 4 days - Storage: 20 to 25°C
Stability: 24 hours - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 12 months
FREEZE ONLY ONCE!
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours