Corticosterone Test
Also known as: Corticosterone Blood Test
Corticosterone Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹4,000. Uses LC-MS/MS on Serum samples. Results in Results are typically available within 2-3 days after sample collection.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Ramarao Paidisetty
Consultant Biochemist · Reg: 21504
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To diagnose corticosterone imbalance related to adrenal gland disorders and guide treatment for associated symptoms.
- Test Code
- 350
- Price
- ₹4,000
- Sample Type
- Serum
- Result Time
- Results are typically available within 2-3 days after sample collection.
- Fasting Required
- Yes (8 hours)
- Method
- LC-MS/MS
Sample Collection
Overnight fasting is preferred. Avoid medications if advised by your doctor.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
A blood sample will be drawn from a vein in your arm by a trained phlebotomist.
Report Delivery
Apply pressure to the puncture site to stop bleeding and prevent bruising.
Timeline: Results are typically available within 2-3 days after sample collection.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To diagnose corticosterone imbalance related to adrenal gland disorders and guide treatment for associated symptoms.
How to Prepare
- Collect sample between 8-10 AM or 4-6 PM due to diurnal variation
- Specify collection time and date on specimen container and test request form
- Overnight fasting is preferred
- Ship sample refrigerated or frozen
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Ramarao Paidisetty — MBBS, MD (Biochemistry) · Reg. No. 21504
"Corticosterone testing is crucial for diagnosing adrenal disorders and managing symptoms like hypertension and diabetes."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Use of SST gel barrier tubes (not allowed)
- Incorrect sample timing not specified
- Insufficient sample volume
Understanding Your Results
If you experience symptoms of corticosterone imbalance or if test results are abnormal, consult an endocrinologist for further evaluation and management.
Limitations
- ⚠Test results may vary based on individual physiology
- ⚠Not a standalone diagnostic tool; should be correlated with clinical assessment
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor bruising or soreness at the puncture site
- ●Rare risk of infection or hematoma
Interfering Factors
- ●Medications (e.g., corticosteroids)
- ●Stress
- ●Time of day
- ●Fasting status
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