Test Category: Biochemistry
Investigation Name:ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone)
Alias or Abbreviation:ACTH
Pathology Laboratory:Clinical Chemistry/ Biochemistry
Requestable Seperately?Yes
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:<50 ng/L
Reference range applies to a sample collected between 8am and 10am 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
Posting Address / Requirements:Transport sample frozen
Department of Clinical Biochemistry
Russell's Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
NPEX / PDF Reporting Available:NPEX and PDF reporting is available.
Lead Contact Details:rwh-tr.bcpsdutybiochemist3@nhs.net
Email Address For Chasing Results:rwh-tr.dudley.frontofhouse@nhs.net
Site Sample Tested:Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley site
Cost:Please email bcpspathology.info@nhs.net for further details
Contact Number:01384 456111 Ext 2482
