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Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
GRN-PSTCollection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Rejection Criteria
Specimen not centrifuged within 6 hours of collection; Inadequate labeling, improper collection.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Stable up to 8 hours at 15-30° C or 48 hours at 2-8° C.
Turn Around Time
24 hours
Lab Department
Chemistry
Alias
ACTH Stimulation Test; Dexamethasome Suppression Test; Cortisol, Serum;
Ordering Info
This test does not include a Dexamethasone level. If a dexamethasone level is ordered, please see Dexamethasone, GO;- DEXAEPIC Code
LAB61
Acceptable Collection Container
GRN-PST, SST, R-NoGel, G-NoGel
Testing Volume
0.3 mL (300 ul)
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours