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Cortisol Total Blood Test (LC/MS)

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$82.50 $55.00

Total reviews 408


  • Tests Included: 1

  • Est. 1-3 (business days) Turnaround

  • Specimen type: Blood

  • Quest Diagnostics Location

Cortisol is a steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal glands. It is the major hormone that is released as a response to stress, and to fight against any sort of infection. It also plays an important role in regulating the metabolism, the process through which the human body uses food and energy. It regulates blood sugar levels, helps maintain blood pressure, and also supports in regulating the immune system. The Cortisol, Total, LC/MS blood test is used to diagnose adrenal gland disorders like Cushing's syndrome (or hypercortisolism, a condition where the adrenal glands produce abnormally...

$82.50 $55.00
  • Tests Included: 1

  • Est. 1-3 (business days) Turnaround

  • Specimen type: Blood

  • Quest Diagnostics Location

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Cortisol is a steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal glands. It is the major hormone that is released as a response to stress, and to fight against any sort of infection. It also plays an important role in regulating the metabolism, the process through which the human body uses food and energy. It regulates blood sugar levels, helps maintain blood pressure, and also supports in regulating the immune system. The Cortisol, Total, LC/MS blood test is used to diagnose adrenal gland disorders like Cushing's syndrome (or hypercortisolism, a condition where the adrenal glands produce abnormally high levels of the hormone cortisol), and Addison disease (or hypocortisolism, a condition where the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormone cortisol).
 

Cortisol, Total, LC/MS

  • Test Code: 11281
  • CPT Code: 82533
  • Alternate Name: Cortisol, Total, LC/MS Blood Test
  • Test Instructions : --

    Please do not exercise prior to testing. It is best that your blood is taken in a rested state.

  • Fasting: No
  • Methodology: Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
  • Results In: 1-3

    Note: Turn around times on results are an estimate and are not guaranteed. The lab may need additional time due to holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, etc. You can contact us to discuss when your results should be ready and we will contact the lab on your behalf immediately.

$82.50 $55.00

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