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Copeptin
Alternate Names
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ADH, DDAVP, Vasopressin, AVP, anti-diuretic hormone |
Ordering Information
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NB: NATA/RCPA accreditation does not cover the performance of this service. 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. Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $50.00 More details may be found HERE. |
Laboratory
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Referred Test |
Specimen
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Blood |
Container
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EDTA (purple) |
Collection Instructions
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Send to the laboratory as soon as possible |
Additional Collection Instructions
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Morning samples after 8 hour fast (without water restriction) are recommended unless otherwise stated by clinician. |
Minimum Adult Volume
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1mL |
Minimum Paediatric Volume
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1mL |
Frequency
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Weekly |
Reference Interval
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This is a referred test. Please consult reference interval supplied with result. |
These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference
Test Code
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COPEP |
Container ID
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EI |
Storage Instructions
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Store frozen at -20°C |
Additional (Storage) Instructions
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Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions
Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception
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Transport Instructions
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Transport frozen |
Additional Transport Instruction
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Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions
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Laboratory Notes
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Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions
Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department
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External Laboratory
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Biochemistry, Northern Pathology Victoria |