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HelpTest Code CORTR Cortisol:Cortisone Ratio Profile
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB8228
Epic Description: CORTISOL:CORTISONE RATIO PROFILE
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
5.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 5.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial within one hour of collection. Freeze immediately. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 1.0 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Esoterix Endocrinology, Referral code: 503715
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
4-7 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge and separate serum within one hour after collection. Store serum frozen in plastic vial.
CPT Code Information
82533
82542