Test Code CORTS Cortisol Stimulation Test

Important Note

Draw time is critical for stimulation tests. ATU will answer questions when ordering.

Ordering Mnemonic
CORTS

Chemiluminescence

Useful for patients who are not, or are not suspected to be, taking exogenous glucocorticoids. This is the recommended routine procedure.

Note: This test will be run if high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) is not specified.

Holland Hospital Laboratory Services

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Plasma

Container/Tube: Mint-top (lithium heparin) tube(s)

Specimen Volume: 1 mL of plasma

Collection Instructions: Draw specimen in the a.m.

Note: 1. If multiple specimens are drawn, send separate order for each specimen.

2. Indicate plasma and time of draw.

3. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Serum

Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)

Specimen Volume: 1 mL of serum

Collection Instructions: Draw specimen in the a.m.

Note: 1. If multiple specimens are drawn, send separate order for each specimen.

2. Indicate serum and time of draw.

3. Label specimen appropriately (serum).

Refrigerate

Monday through Sunday

82533 (HH Bill Code 0205120)

No reference range available.