Methodology
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Synonyms
Hydrocortisone; Compound F
Specimen Type
Saliva
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
2-6 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.2-0.5 mL Saliva collected in Super SAL Universal Saliva Collection Kit
Container Type
See Below
Collection Instructions
Call lab for Super SAL Universal Saliva Collection Kit. 1. Place contents on a clean and dry surface. In preparation for the saliva collection, pool saliva in the mouth. Video instructions are available on our website at: saliva.com/products/super-sal/ 2. Attach the Collection Tube provided to the base of the Compression Tube firmly. Sample collection may now begin. 3. Place the tip of the pad of the Collector where saliva has pooled. The Collector may be removed from the mouth periodically to read the SVAI, but resume collection immediately afterward. 4. Collect until the appearance of the SVAI changes completely to red. The collection procedure should last approximately 1-5 minutes. 5. Place the white absorbent pad end into the Compression Tube holding the Collector in an upright and vertical position and firmly push the plunger downwards to transfer saliva from the absorbent pad into the Collection Tube. Push and hold for 30 seconds. 6. Gently remove the Collection Tube from the end of the Compression Tube and screw the lid of the Collection Tube tightly closed. 7. Label the sample with the appropriate patient information and store at refrigerated temperature for shipment. For Technical Support, contact Oasis Diagnostics at (360) 546-1563 or by e-mail to info@4saliva.com.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 5 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 2 Years
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis; Any tubes other than Super SAL Universal Saliva Collection Kit
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Saliva
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 mL Saliva
CPT Codes
82530
Revised
06-17-19
Initials
SL