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
Lead Contact Details:rwh-tr.bcpsdutybiochemist3@nhs.net
Site Sample Tested:Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley
Cost:Please email bcpspathology.info@nhs.net for further details
Contact Number:01384 456111 Ext 2482
