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Test Name: Saline Suppression Test

Test Code: SALARB

Cerner Synonyms: Aldosterone Post Saline Suppression

Male Reference Interval

Age Category       Reference Interval       units
≥ 0 y <140 pmol/L

Female Reference Interval

Age Category       Reference Interval       units
≥ 0 y <140 pmol/L

Suggested protocol for saline suppression testing.

 

Alternate test is captopril suppresion. Suggested testing protocol.


Turn around time: Analyzed within 7 days of receipt.

Collection Container: Lavender

Sample Type: EDTA Plasma

Minimum Volume: 1 mL

Testcode and Ordering Information: Specimen taken after four hours of saline infusion.

Collection and Shipping Requirements: Freeze. Send on ice pack.

Method: Liquid Chromatography - Mass Spectroscopy

Measurement uncertainty: 13%

Add on stability: Cannot be added on to previously collected sample.

Notes:

Only one lavender top tube is required for both aldosterone and renin.