Test Name: Aldosterone 
Alternate Test Names  
PLS Test Code ALD  Laboratory Biochemistry 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Serum 
Container Serum Separator Tube (SST)  Container colour White 
Multiple specimens OR Lithium Heparin Gel Tube 
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges 110 - 860 pmol/L 
Turnaround Time Routine 2 Weeks  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed Weekly  Transport  
Special Requirements Place on ice deliver to lab WITHIN 4 hrs of collection. 
Patient Preparation None 
Collection Instructions Venepuncture. 
Clinical Information  
Sent to Reference Laboratory Yes 
Ref Laboratory Name Alfred Pathology Services, Tel: Biochem 03 9276 3888, Baker intitute 03 8532 1203 , Address: Specimen Reception, Pathology Department, Main 
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 25-Aug-2006 (Version: 1.00)