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Back CORTISOL | |
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| Test Code: 162 | Specimen Collection: Serum |
| Component: Cortisol | Method: CL |
| Collection Notes: Collect the morning specimen between 7 - 9 AM. Collect the afternoon specimen between 3 – 5 PM. Record time of collection on specimen container and requisition. | |
| Clinical Utility: Cortisol levels are increased in Cushing’s disease. Levels are decreased in Addison’s disease, and levels are affected in clinical depression. | |
| CPT Code: 82533 | Testing Location: AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Serum (0.5 mL) Refrigerated 5 Days Frozen 3 Months | |