Aldosterone, Serum
Specimens Requirements:
Patient Preparation:None
Specimen Type: Serum
Container / Tube Type:

SSTII, Yellow top, 5mL or

Plain, Red top, 6mL

Minimum Volume:5mL
Collection instructions:

Allow specimens to clot for 30 minutes before centrifugation.

Sample Stability:
Ambient (20 – 25°C): 3 days
Refrigerate (2 – 8°C​):7 days​