Test Code
2001
Test Description
Measures cortisol production levels and can help diagnosis adrenal gland disorders.
Abbreviation
CORT
Minimum Volume
1mL
Transport Container
Serum Separator Tube
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Collection Instructions
Allow tube to clot and spin to separate cells within 45 minutes.
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis
CPT
82533