Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Synonyms
Total Cortisol
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB01454
Lab Test Days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2 mL Blood
Container Type
Light Green (Lithium Heparin PST)
Collection Instructions
Serum collected in a (red-top) or serum separator tube (SST) are also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis
Test Volume Required
1 mL Plasma or Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Plasma or Serum
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge and separate serum or plasma. Deliver directly to Chemistry on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Any other time, place specimens in the refrigerator.
CPT Codes
82533
Revised
10-18-17