Dexamethasone Suppression (Depression) (DEXA SUP DP)
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| Synonyms:
| None listed |
| Specimen: | Blood; (1) SST (serum separator) or Red (no preservative) top vacutainer tube. On Day 1, baseline cortisols are collected at 800 and 1600. A 1 mg dose of dexamethasone is administered at 2300 and additional cortisols levels are drawn on Day 2 at 0800, 1600, and 2300. |
| Volume: | Full primary tube for each cortisol collection. |
| Minimum Volume: | 200 microL serum |
| Collection: | Outpatients must be scheduled through First Call at (864)512-2255.
To schedule Inpatients, call extension 1377.
If tube other than an SST (serum separator) is collected, transfer serum to a tightly capped plastic aliquot tube within 2 hours of collection for transport.
Refrigerate at 2-8°C for 7 days.
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| Rejection Criteria: | Incorrect collection procedure; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | See report |
| Methodology: | |
| Test Use: | Tool for diagnosing endogenous depression. |
| Additional Information: | Contact First Call (864)512-2255 to schedule outpatients or call 1377 to schedule inpatients. |
| Testing Includes: | Day 1: 800 Cortisol, 1600 Cortisol, 1 mg of Dexamethasone is given at 2300 on day 1.
Day 2: 0800, 1600 and 2300 Cortisol levls. |
| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |