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HelpTest Code ACTHSTIM Cortisol Stimulation 1hr
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 8 hrs , Refrigerated 2 days, Frozen
Performed Test Frequency
Daily
CPT(s)
82533 82533 82533
Methodology
Competitive immunoassay using direct chemiluminescent
Performing Location
Test performed at MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory
Cerner Order Code
ACTHSTIM
Acceptable Collection Tube(s)
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top
Panel Includes
Cortisol Baseline
Cortisol 30 min
Cortisol 1hr