Test Category: Biochemistry
Investigation Name:ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone)
Alias or Abbreviation:ACTH
Pathology Laboratory:Clinical Chemistry/ Biochemistry
Requestable Seperately?Yes
Lower Reference Range Limit:6
Upper Reference Range Limit:51
Units:ng/L
Minimum Sample Volume:Adults: 1 mL
Infants: 0.5 mL
Expected Turnaround Time:7 days
Test Code:ACTH
Sample Type:
EDTA Tube (Purple top)Complex Reference Range:Reference range applies to a sample collected between 7am and 12 midday and must be interpreted in context of proven adrenal hypofunction or hyperfunction.
Collection Conditions / Other Information:Hand deliver to the laboratory immediately after collection.
LAB INSTRUCTIONS: Separate on receipt, aliquot plasma, and freeze.
Reject sample if not frozen within 6 hours of collection. Transport plasma frozen to referring lab.
Referred to Another Laboratory?No
Storage Requirements:Store plasma frozen
Posting Address / Requirements:Transport sample frozen
Sandwell Health Campus
Specialist Chemistry
Pathology Department
Lyndon, B71 4HJ
NPEX / PDF Reporting Available:NPEX and PDF reporting is available.
EQA Scheme:UKNEQAS
Further information:IDS-iSYS assay verified and in use from November 2025 - currently pending UKAS accreditation
Lead Contact Details:rwh-tr.bcpsdutybiochemist3@nhs.net
Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.bcpsspecialistchemistryenquiries@nhs.net
Methodology:IDS-iSYS
Site Sample Tested:Manuals Laboratory- Sandwell Health Campus
Cost:Please email: bcpspathology.info@nhs.net for further details
Contact Number:0121 507 5162
