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Test: ACTH Stimulation Test (cortisol x 2)
Suitable Sample:
  • serum
Unsuitable Sample:
  • EDTA
  • FL
  • LH
Minimum Sample Size:
  • 1.0 mL whole blood
Turnaround Time:
  • Daily
Request/ Test Included in:
    ACTH stimulation test (2 cortisol samples - Resting and 1 hour post injection)
Comments:
  • A single cortisol is of minimal diagnostic value and dynamic tests of adrenal function are recommended for the diagnosis of both hypoadrenocorticism (Addisons) and hyperadrenocorticism (Cushings).
Date Updated: 18/08/2008
 
Abbreviations: SERUM = plain clotted sample (serum) tube
EDTA = potassium EDTA tube
LH = lithium heparin tube
FL = fluoride EDTA tube
CIT = trisodium citrate tube
N/A = not applicable/ available