Test directory: ACTH, Plasma

Ordering Code 235
Test Name ACTH, Plasma
Alias Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
Preferred Specimen Plasma
Preferred Container EDTA, K2 (Lavender)
Other Specimen/Container None
Optimum Volume 1.5 mL
Collection Instructions Morning specimen preferred (7AM - 10AM)
If drawn any other time, the reference ranges do not apply.
Handling Instructions Separate and freeze immediately
Transport Requirements Oahu: Frozen
Airline: Frozen
Specimen Stability Ambient: 16 Hours
Refrigerated: 24 Hours
Frozen: 28 Days
Rejection Criteria Ambient, Refrigerated, Thawed
Avail. Stat NO
Analytic Time Up to 5 Days
Methodology Immunoassay
Reference Lab  Quest Diagnostics Infectious Disease

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of May 21, 2026.
Component Age Male Norm Male Critical Low Male Critical High Female Norm Female Critical High Female Critical Low Units Add'l info
ACTH, Plasma ALL See report.