Test Category: Biochemistry
Investigation Name:Deoxycortisol

Alias or Abbreviation:11-Deoxycortisol
Pathology Laboratory:Clinical Chemistry/ Biochemistry
Requestable Seperately?Yes
Units:nmol/L
Minimum Sample Volume:0.5 mL
Expected Turnaround Time:14 working days from receipt
Test Code:11DC
Sample Type:
Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)Maximum Add on Time:3 days
Complex Reference Range:Adult reference range: 0.7 – 2.7 nmol/L
No specific paediatric reference range quoted, however each result will have interpretative comments.
Collection Conditions / Other Information:In neonates the sample should be taken at least 48 hours post birth.
LAB INSTRUCTIONS: Separate into aliquot tube. Store at 2-8°C and send by 1st class post.
Reference Laboratory Details:Blood Sciences Laboratory Ground Floor Bessemer Wing King’s College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS.
Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes
Further information:Measurement of 11-Deoxycortisol is used in the diagnosis and management of patients with congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 11-hydroxylase deficiency. It is also used to assess the adrenal response to metyrapone in patients with Cushing's syndrome.
Contact Number:01902 307 999 Ext 88266