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HelpTest Code LAB61 Cortisol, Random
Department
CHEMISTRY
Primary Collection Container
Gold (SST)
Alternate Collection Container
Yellow Microtainer SST
Transport
Refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Processing
Centrifuge and refrigerate.
Stability
Ambient: 8 Hours
Refrigerated: 48 Hours
Minimum Testing Volume
0.5 mL
Reference Range
By report
Methodology
Roche e801 Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay; Competition principle
Performed
Sunday – Saturday
Reported
As completed
CPT Codes
82533
Unacceptable Conditions
Results may be falsely elevated if patient is receiving Prednisolone or Prednisone therapy.