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HelpTest Code LAB520 Cortisol, Free
Specimen Type/Requirements
Red (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum (preferred)
Lavender (EDTA) tube - plasma
Do not use gel barrier or serum separator tubes.
Affected by gross hemolysis but not by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.7 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 4 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 1 week | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 2 years |
Performed Test Frequency
Sunday through Thursday
Methodology
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
CPT
82530
Performing Lab
Quest Chantilly forwards to Quest San Juan Capistrano
Report Available
4 - 8 days
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 5791 | Cortisol Free |