Adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH)
Pituitary hormone which stimulates cortisol production from the adrenal cortex. This is a second-line test for Cushing's investigation. Please consult the Endocrinology section before requesting this test.
| Tube | 04 (EP) - EDTA Plasma |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0001 |
| Additional Information | |
| Turn Around | A&E: N/A Day Case: N/A In-Patient: N/A Out-Patient: 168 Hours GP: N/A |
| Send to | Blood Sciences LGI |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Collection Con | Samples must be brought to the laboratory immediately and received for processing within 20 min of collection. Instructions for lab staff: centrifuge immediately, seperate and freeze plasma. Minimum volume: 500 uL plasma. If sending from an external Trust, please send samples on dry ice. |
| Sample REQ | Blood |
| Ref. Range Notes | Blood Sciences reference ranges are available through the useful information and links page: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/a-z-of-services/pathology/blood-sciences/useful-information-and-links/ |
| Units | ng/L |
| Telepath | LGI: ACTH2L. SJUH: ACTH2L + JCHM2L |
| ICE Codes | LGI: LACTH. SJUH: JACTH |
