Aldosterone, LC/MS, Five Specimens
Use
The Aldosterone, LC/MS, Five Specimens test is designed to assess aldosterone levels across multiple time points, providing insights into aldosterone secretion dynamics. By acquiring specimens prior to and following a treatment intervention, such as a drug administration or glucose load, clinicians can evaluate the adrenal function related to aldosterone release. This test is useful for diagnosing conditions involving abnormal aldosterone secretion and is essential in adrenal physiology studies that require dynamic testing.
Special Instructions
This test requires careful coordination as it involves drawing multiple specimens at specific intervals following a treatment intervention. Refer to the Endocrine Appendix in the LabCorp Directory of Services for precise instructions on collecting multiple specimens. This test should not be conducted without a clinician's directive on why the series is ordered, particularly if no treatment follows the initial draw.
Limitations
The test is limited to evaluating aldosterone levels and does not assess other hormones or substances. Interpretation is dependent on the accurate timing and administration of the treatment intervention between specimen collections. Delays or deviations in specimen collection times can affect the test's diagnostic accuracy. It is not cleared or approved by the FDA, limiting its recognized usage in some regulatory environments.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 16147-1
- 16148-9
- 27849-9
- 27988-5
- 43604-8
- 46963-5
- 27988-5
- 46963-5
- 43604-8
- 27849-9
- 16147-1
- 16148-9
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided