Test Code CORT Cortisol Level

Important Note

Peak Levels 8-9 am

Trough Levels - Midnight

Lithium Heparin Plasma Separator Tube (Green) or

Serum Separator Tube (Yellow)

Avoid hemolyzed specimens as results may be affected

Handle and store specimens in stoppered containers to avoid contamination and evaporation.

Centrifuge specimen to remove the plasma/serum from the cellular material after collection.

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated : 5 Days
Frozen : 4 Weeks

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