ALDS
Aldosterone
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3274
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top tube, serum gel tube or lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
1.2 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL (NOTE: This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing).
Specimen Processing:
If a tube other than a gel tube is used, transfer the separated serum or plasma to a plastic transfer tube.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 14 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 3 days
CPT Codes:
82088 - Aldosterone (EAP 30020917)
Method:
Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS)
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges