Copeptin

Test information: Diagnosis and characterization of diabetes insipidus. Diagnosis of psychogenic water intoxication. As an adjunct in the diagnosis of syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH), including ectopic AVP production.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Clear - Plain;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

1ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Please also request osmolality and electrolytes on the same sample.

Maximum add on time

No add-ons.

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Please see the report.

UKAS number

8543

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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