ALDOSTERONE, SERUM
| This assay is useful in the investigation of Primary Aldosteronism (Adrenal Adenoma / Carcinoma and Adrenal Cortical Hyperplasia) and Secondary Aldosteronism (Renovascular disease, salt depletion, potassium loading, cardiac failure with ascitis and pregnancy) |
Pre-test Information : Overnight fasting is preferred. Patient should be ambulatory or upright 2 hours prior to the test |
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Report Delivery : Same Day |
ALDOSTERONE, SERUM
| Test Code | A-003 |
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| Test Description | **ALDOSTERONE, SERUM |
| Clinical Category | ADRENAL GLAND DISORDERS |
| Sample | 2 mL (0.5 mL min.) serum . Patient should be ambulatory / upright 2 hours prior to sampling |
| Method/Technology | CLIA |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |