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HelpTest Code ACT Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH), Plasma
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in an ice-cooled, lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s). Keep specimen on wet ice and transport immediately to laboratory. If unable to transport immediately, spin down in a refrigerated centrifuge, immediately separate plasma from cells, and send 1 mL of EDTA plasma frozen in plastic vial.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
| Plasma,EDTA | RT, collect on ice | 2 hrs |
| Refrigerated, collect on ice | 3 hrs |
Reference Values
Pediatrics: no established reference values
Adults: 7.2-63.3 pg/mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
CPT Coding
82024
Secondary ID
HHA1457
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
| Test Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH), Plasma |
2141-0 |