Mineralocorticoid Pediatric Profile


Abbrev Code:XMISC   
Order Code:LAB4909Order Name:Laboratory Miscellaneous Order
CPT Codes: 82088 x1, 82528 x1, 82542 x1, 82633 x1
Test Includes:Aldosterone, corticosterone, deoxycorticosterone (DOC), 18-corticosterone
Turnaround Time:Results are reported within 6-13 days


Collection Instructions

Specimen:Blood
Optimal Volume:5 mL
Minimum\Peds Volume:3.2 mL
Container:Red (gel)
Alternate Containers: Green (sodium heparin, no gel or lithium heparin, no gel) protect from light, Purple (EDTA), Red (no gel)


Processing and Shipping

Specimen Processing:Separate from cells ASAP, or within 2 hours of collection. Centrifuge and aliquot 2 mL, 1.5 mL minimum (does not allow for repeat testing). Store in freezer.
Shipping Instructions:Ship frozen.
Test Performed at or Referral Lab Lab Sendouts  (LabCorp)
Referral Lab number:500285


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