High Dose Dexamethasone Suppression Test
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Overview
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Targets |
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| Method | Endocrine |
| Sample Comment | Serum |
| Turnaround Time | 1 Day |
| Species | Canine |
Shipping & Handling
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Sample | 0.2 mL for each sample |
| Specimines Container | Red top tube. DO NOT use SST tube. Note: Plasma (EDTA, Heparin) samples are not acceptable. |
| Shipping & Handling | Refrigerate. Ship on ice packs. |
Additional Information
Cost includes 3 cortisols. See Clinical Pathology Testing and Sample Submission Protocol on the PDS website for Protocols for Testing Adrenal Function.