Dexamethasone Level DEXAMETH
Synonyms |
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Allscripts (AEHR) Order Name |
Dexamethasone Level |
Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Order Name |
Dexamethasone Level |
EPIC Order Name |
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Clinical Info |
Measurement of Dexamethasone is useful in assuring compliance with Dexamethasone treatment and documenting adequate dosing during such procedures as the Dexamethasone Suppression Test used in the differential diagnosis of Cushing's syndrome. |
Specimen Type |
Blood |
Container |
Red Top Tube |
Collection Instructions |
Container/Tube: Red Top Tub (gel not acceptable) |
Transport Instructions |
Refrigerated |
Specimen Stability |
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Methodology |
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry |
Days Performed |
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Performing Laboratory |
Quest Diagnostics' Nichols Institute, Inc. - Chantilly |
CPT |
80299 |
PDM |
5960035 |
Result InterpretationBaseline: Less than 20 ng/dL |
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Forms |
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