Cortisol
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Cortisol LC-MS/MS, Saliva
Test ID: SCORT
Test
Method
LC-MS/MS
Report Includes
Specimens
Saliva
Test Version
18-Oct-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Saliva
Sample Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collection Instructions: English French
Collect using ICL saliva collector and instructions – obtain from ICL Client Care at 416-422-300 ext. 300 or info@iclabs.ca. Collect a.m. (06:00-10:00h), p.m. (16:00-20:00h) or Late Night (23:30-00:30h). Collect no earlier than 30 m after a meal or oral intake of drugs.
Handling Information
Saliva must be separated from the swab in the saliva collector prior to submission of specimen – refer to Collection Instructions. Store and send cold or frozen. Avoid thawing frozen specimen – freeze only once.
Additional Information
Provide collection time on requisition and on saliva collector.
Stability
| Ambient | 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 4 days |
| Frozen | 365 days |
Additional Stability Information
If a frozen specimen thaws, it is unsuitable for analysis.
Rejection Criteria
| Blood | Visible |
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Test Version
18-Oct-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
LC-MS/MS
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cortisol | nmol/L |
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Sample Reports
Test Version
18-Oct-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SCORT | 62753Cortisol, Salivary | nmol/L |
Sample Reports
Test Version
18-Oct-2023