ACTH/Cosyntropin Stimulation Panel (Cortisol Stimulation Panel,Cosyntropin Stimulation Panel)

Test Code
CORS


Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL Serum SST


Instructions
"Draw SST Random, 30 min after dose, 60 min after dose of Cosyntropin
Testing Frequency: Performed as ordered"


Transport Container
T1C TOLerance 1st


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 48 hours at 2-8 degrees. Freeze after 48 hours


Methodology
Chemiluminescent



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.