Adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH)

Adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH) | |
ACTH | |
EDTA Plasma (red top). Specimen must be transported on ice and taken to the laboratory as soon as possible. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in the request being rejected, particularly if there are delays of over 4hrs. Upon arrival in the laboratory the sample is centrifuged and the plasma stored frozen prior to dispatch | |
This test is referred to another centre: Department of Clinical Chemistry Expected turnaround time: 6 weeks |
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Used in the investigation of pituitary-adrenal disorders relating to glucocorticoids | |
Contact referal laboratory | |
<50 ng/L at 9am | |
N/A | |
N/A |