CORTICOSTERONE Test
Test Name: CORTICOSTERONE Test
Components: 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube
Price: 590.0 AED
Sample Condition: Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. Diurnal variation present; take sample between 8-10 am OR 4-6 pm. Specify time and date on specimen container and test request form. Overnight fasting is preferred. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
Report Delivery: Sample Mon/Thu by 9 am; Report Wed/Sat
Method: LC-MS/MS
Test Type: Disorders of Adrenal Gland
Doctor: Endocrinologist
Test Department: GENETIC
Pre Test Information: Diurnal variation present; give sample between 8-10 am OR 4-6 pm. Overnight fasting is preferred.
What is CORTICOSTERONE?
Corticosterone is a hormone that is produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress. It is a type of corticosteroid hormone and plays a role in regulating various physiological processes in the body, including metabolism, immune response, and inflammation.
About the CORTICOSTERONE Test
A corticosterone test is a blood test that measures the levels of corticosterone in the bloodstream. It is often used to assess adrenal gland function and to diagnose or monitor conditions related to stress and inflammation.
The test may be ordered if a person is experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, weight loss, or high blood pressure, which may indicate adrenal gland dysfunction. It may also be ordered to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for conditions such as Addison’s disease, Cushing’s syndrome, or adrenal tumors.
How is the CORTICOSTERONE Test performed?
To perform the test, a healthcare provider will draw a blood sample from a vein, usually in the arm. The blood sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. Results of the test are typically available within a few days.
Interpreting the Results
Abnormal levels of corticosterone may indicate an underlying health condition. High levels of corticosterone may be seen in conditions such as Cushing’s syndrome or stress-related disorders. Low levels may be seen in conditions such as Addison’s disease or adrenal insufficiency.
It is important to note that the interpretation of corticosterone test results should be done in conjunction with other clinical findings and tests. The healthcare provider will consider the individual’s symptoms, medical history, and other laboratory tests to make an accurate diagnosis and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
| Test Name | CORTICOSTERONE Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 590.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 Red Top (No Additive) tube. Do not use SST gel barrier tubes. Diurnal variation present; take sample between 8\u0192??10 am OR4\u0192??6 pm. Specify time and date on specimen container and test request form. Overnight fasting is preferred. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Report Delivery | Sample Mon /Thu by 9 am; Report Wed / Sat |
| Method | LC-MS/MS |
| Test type | Disorders of Adrenal Gland |
| Doctor | Endocrinologist |
| Test Department: | GENETIC |
| Pre Test Information | Diurnal variation present; give sample between8-10 am OR 4-6 pm. Overnight fasting is preferred. |
| Test Details | Corticosterone is a hormone that is produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress. It is a type of corticosteroid hormone and plays a role in regulating various physiological processes in the body, including metabolism, immune response, and inflammation. A corticosterone test is a blood test that measures the levels of corticosterone in the bloodstream. It is often used to assess adrenal gland function and to diagnose or monitor conditions related to stress and inflammation. The test may be ordered if a person is experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, weight loss, or high blood pressure, which may indicate adrenal gland dysfunction. It may also be ordered to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for conditions such as Addison’s disease, Cushing’s syndrome, or adrenal tumors. To perform the test, a healthcare provider will draw a blood sample from a vein, usually in the arm. The blood sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. Results of the test are typically available within a few days. Abnormal levels of corticosterone may indicate an underlying health condition. High levels of corticosterone may be seen in conditions such as Cushing’s syndrome or stress-related disorders. Low levels may be seen in conditions such as Addison’s disease or adrenal insufficiency. It is important to note that the interpretation of corticosterone test results should be done in conjunction with other clinical findings and tests. The healthcare provider will consider the individual’s symptoms, medical history, and other laboratory tests to make an accurate diagnosis and develop an appropriate treatment plan. |
