Copeptin (Blood)

Testing Laboratory

Department

Chemical Pathology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

COPE

Test Code (Numeric Code)

5069

Synonyms

Copeptin

Specimen Type

• Plasma
• Serum

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Plain(Microtainer)
• EDTA (Lavender Cap)
• Plain (Red Top)
• SST II (Gold Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

4

This assay has replaced Antidiuretic Hormone testing previously performed by Canterbury Health Labs.

Specimen Collection:
The clinical information for the test must be clearly written on the request form. If clinical information is not provided, or does not provide sufficient justification for the test, the test may be declined.

A morning sample after an 8 hour fast (without water restriction) unless otherwise stated by the clinician.

Turnaround Time: Within 2 weeks
Batched fortnightly on a Wednesday

Assay Method
BRAHMS Kryptor Plus:
Time-Resolved Amplified Cryptate Emission (TRACE).

Specimen Transport Instructions for Referring Laboratories

Instructions for Referral to Labplus

Aliquot Instructions 500uL serum. Freeze
Aliquot Transport to CHL Send frozen

Contact Information