Copeptin (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Copeptin (Blood)

Alternate Names	ADH, DDAVP, Vasopressin, AVP, anti-diuretic hormone
Test Code	COPEP
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	4 mL EDTA (Purple Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $50.00
Ordering Information	Copeptin has now replaced the measurement of ADH (anti-diuretic hormone). Copeptin is the C-terminal glycoprotein moiety of pre-provassopressin and is released in the same amount as AVP. More details may be found here.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature Send to the laboratory as soon as possible
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Monday - Friday
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test cannot be added after 24 hours of collection.

Container ID	EW
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and freeze within 24 hours of collection. Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions This analyte is unstable and the plasma aliquot MUST be transported frozen. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Store plasma aliquot in the Frozen (-20°C) Sendout tub.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Biochemistry, Northern Pathology Victoria
Accredited Test	Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)