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Test Details

21-Deoxycortisol

General Info:

Description:

The Serum 21-Deoxycortisol test is conducted to measure the levels of the steroid 21-Deoxycortisol. Serum 21-deoxycortisol (21DF) is an adrenal-specific derivative of 11β-hydroxylase from 17OHP and serves as a sensitive and specific biomarker for 21-hydroxylase deficiency (21-OHP). This test helps healthcare professionals to identify congenital adrenal hyperplasia and high-risk newborns for 21OHD in the general population.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Serum

Container Type: 

Gold

Volume: 

3 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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