Mineralocorticoid Pediatric Profile (Endocrine Sciences)
Use
This profile assesses pediatric mineralocorticoid hormone levels to aid in the evaluation of adrenal function and possible endocrine disorders by measuring key steroids involved in mineralocorticoid biosynthesis and regulation.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Turnaround time may extend beyond 6–12 days when confirmatory or reflex testing is required. Frozen specimen usage and separate frozen specimens for multiple tests are needed to avoid delays.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 1656-8 - 11DOC SerPl-mCnc
- 1674-1 - 18OHB SerPl-mCnc
- 1763-2 - Aldost SerPl-mCnc
- 2139-4 - Corticoster SerPl-mCnc
- 1763-2 - Aldost SerPl-mCnc
- 1656-8 - 11DOC SerPl-mCnc
- 1674-1 - 18OHB SerPl-mCnc
- 2139-4 - Corticoster SerPl-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
6-12 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
2.5 mL
Minimum Volume
1.5 mL
Container
Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, lavender-top (EDTA) tube, or green-top (heparin) tube
Collection Instructions
Transfer specimen to plastic transport tube before freezing. To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests on frozen samples, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.
Storage Instructions
Freeze. Stable at room temperature for two hours or refrigerated for two days. Stable for one year frozen.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 2 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 days |
| Frozen | 1 year |
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