Test Code DHEA-S Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate
Cerner Test Code
DHEA S
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: GRN PST
Acceptable: Gold SST or Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 2.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Green PST, centrifuge, and refrigerate.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 4 hrs, Refrigerated 6 days, Frozen 1 month
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
82627
Methodology
Quantitative competitive immunoassay
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry