Test Name Aldosterone, Urine
 Test Code SASAB
 Specimen Type Urine, 24hr collection
 Minimum Volume 5 mL
 Preferred Volume 1mL
Comments

Collection Notes:

Ensure sample is refrigerated during collection.

Laboratory Notes:

Acidified sample (with 10 grams of boric acid added to the bottle before collection) and unacidified urine with pH <7.0 acceptable.

Freeze 10mL urine aliquot and transport frozen.

Send to testing laboratory on dry ice. Do not pack dry ice in a sealed container.  Use appropriate PPE.

 Assay Performed Monash Pathology - Clinical Biochemistry
Level 4 Monash Medical Centre 246 Clayton Road

Clayton 3168
VIC
9594 4538

 Assay Frequency Weekly