Aldosterone

Message
Patient Preparation: Draw "upright" samples at least 1/2 hour after patient sits up. Serum separator Gold tube not acceptable. Collect a full tube, following standard venipuncture techniques.


Test Code
LAB557 ALDOS


Alias/See Also
ALDOS


CPT Codes
82088

Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@


Instructions
Minimum Testing Volume: 0.25 mL Serum/Plasma Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 4 DaysRefrigerated : 7 DaysFrozen: 28 Days Causes for Rejection: Serum separator tubes Moderate to gross hemolysis


Report Available
7-Days


Clinical Significance
1230170997



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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