CAH Panel 9 (3Beta-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Deficiency)
Use
Measurement of multiple adrenal steroids—17‑Hydroxyprogesterone, Androstenedione, 17‑Hydroxypregnenolone, DHEA (unconjugated), and total cortisol—is used to evaluate adrenal function and distinguish among disorders like congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 3‑beta‑hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency, as well as cortisol-related diseases such as Addison’s and Cushing’s syndromes.
Special Instructions
An early morning serum sample is preferred. Time of day collected, age, and sex must be specified on the requisition. The test was developed and validated by Quest Diagnostics under CLIA and is performed at Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute in San Juan Capistrano, CA. It is not cleared or approved by the FDA.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
3 mL (preferred)
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
red‑top tube (no gel)
Collection Instructions
Early morning specimen preferred; specify time of collection, age and sex on requisition
Causes for Rejection
Serum separator tube (SST), plasma, gross hemolysis, received at room temperature
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 6 hours |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
| Frozen | 28 days (some sources say 30 days) |