Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD65063Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cortisol, 2 Specimens
Also known as: Cortisol, Serum, 2 Specimens, Hydrocortisone, 2 Specimens
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Cortisol is increased in Cushing's disease and decreased in Addison's disease (adrenal insufficiency).
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Other)
Biomarkers
Cortisol
AnalyteCortisol
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
4 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL for each specimen
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL for each specimen
Container
Serum separator tube (SST)
Collection Instructions
Clearly mark time drawn on all tubes.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |
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