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Cortisol, AM
MessageDue to the circadian rhythm of cortisol levels in serum and plasma, the sample collection time must be noted
Test Code
CORTAM
CPT Codes
82533
Preferred Specimen
3.5 mL Lithium Heparin (mint top tube)
sample collection time must be noted
sample collection time must be noted
Minimum Volume
1 mL S/P
Other Acceptable Specimens
Serum top red tube
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 4 days
Frozen: 12 months
Refrigerated: 4 days
Frozen: 12 months
Reference Range
Male/Female All Ages: 5.0-23.0 ug/dL
Performing Laboratory
Little Company of Mary Hospital
2800 W. 95th St.
Evergreen Park, IL 60805
