Cortisol is increased in Cushing's disease and decreased in Addison's disease (adrenal insufficiency). This test requires 5 individual serum blood specimens to be drawn; 30 minutes apart. Patient should plan for 3 hours at the patient service center.
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Cortisol, 5 Specimens #6735
Specimen Type: Serum
Also known as: Cortisol 5 Specimens
*Process times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. The lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.