Esoterix
Synonyms
Cortisol, Salivary
Expected Turnaround Time
3 - 6 days
Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Saliva
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL recommended
Container
Salivette collection tube. Specialized salivary testing kits are available for salivary testing. Contact client services to order.
Collection
Collect fresh saliva at precise time prescribed using salivettes. Refer to Saliva Collection Procedures for directions.
Storage Instructions
Ship ambient (avoid extreme heat), or ship frozen on dry ice.
Test Details
Methodology
High-pressure liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC/MS-MS)
Reference Interval
Children and Adults Range (ug/dL) 8:00 AM 0.025 - 0.600 Noon <0.010 - 0.330 4:00 PM 0.010 - 0.200 Midnight <0.010 - 0.090