Aldosterone

Test ID: 

704095

CPT code:

8208

Clinical Use:

Evaluate patients with hypertension and possible hyperaldosteronism

Specimen Type:

Serum or plasma

Requested Volume: 

1 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.5 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, or lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Collection:

If a tube other than gel-barrier is used, transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube.

Storage Instructions:

Refrigerate

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis; gross lipemia