Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) / Osmolality, Random Urine
Order Name
ADH/OSMO U
Test Number: 3007000
Revision Date 06/12/2008
Test Number: 3007000
Revision Date 06/12/2008
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) / Osmolality, Random Urine
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Radioimmunoassay |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 3 mL (1.1) | Urine, Random | Sterile Screwtop Container | Refrigerated |
| Alternate 1 | 3 mL (1.1) | Urine, 24-hour | 24 hour Urine Container | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | 3 mL Random urine or 24hr Urine. Do not use preservatives. | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Thr |
| Expected TAT | 7-10 Days |
| Clinical Use | Antidiuretic Hormone (also called ADH or Vasopressin) regulates water reabsorption in the kidney, reducing diuresis and increasing blood volume and pressure. The syndrome of inappropriate release of ADH has been labeled SIADH, occurring with neoplasia, pulmonary disorders (e.g., pneumonia and tuberculosis), CNS disorders, and with specific drugs. |
| CPT Code(s) | 84588; 83935 |
| Service Provided By |  |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |