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Copeptin (Blood)
Alternate Names
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ADH, DDAVP, Vasopressin, AVP, anti-diuretic hormone |
Test Code
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COPEP |
Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
Specimen Type
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Blood |
Container Type
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4 mL EDTA (Purple Top) |
Medicare Rebate
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Yes |
Out of Pocket Costs
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Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $50.00 |
Ordering Information
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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
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- |
Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature
Send to the laboratory as soon as possible |
Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
Testing Frequency
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Monday - Friday |
Min Test Volume
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1mL |
Add On Test Suitability
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This test cannot be added after 24 hours of collection. |
Container ID
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EW |
CSR Instructions
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Centrifuge, aliquot, and freeze within 24 hours of collection. Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions
Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception
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Laboratory Instructions
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None |
External Laboratory
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Biochemistry, Northern Pathology Victoria |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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