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General
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Clinical Use:
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested once a week. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Urine Free Cortisol, |
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Code:
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UFC |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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9y - <13y <100 nmol/day
13y - <18y <155 nmol/day
18y - <120y <170 nmol/day
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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UR24-No Pres (UR24NP), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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10mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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If a dexamethasone suppression test is requested at the same time, collect this test first and schedule the dexamethasone suppression test for when the urine will be returned. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Refer to local manual for processing requirements. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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10mL |
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Stability:
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24 hours ambient; 14 days chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| HPLC/LCMS |
Biochemistry |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 2396 |
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Last Updated : 10-12-2025 15:34 |