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Cortisol

Test Code:

XU0020

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)

Specimen Requirement

Plain Blood
Adult: 3 mL
Paediatric: 1.3 mL

Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the clot activator is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Specimen Storage / Transport

Do not take sample as soon as patient arrives.
Allow for a period of rest.

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

3 - 4 hrs

Reference Value(s)

8am adult: 102 - 535 nmol/L

Testing Laboratory Location

KKH

Laboratory

Clinical Chemistry

Contact Number

6394 1383

Day and Time Performed

Mon – Fri 0800 hrs – 1700 hrs
Sat: 0800 hrs – 1230 hrs

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Additional Information

Only cortisol 8 am is available

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

Cortisol XU0020
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