Cortisone (Compound E) 24 Hour Urine Test
Short Name: Cortisone 24-Hour Urine Test
Also known as: Cortisol Urine Test, Compound E Urine Test, 24-Hour Urine Cortisone Test
Cortisone (Compound E) 24 Hour Urine Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹30,000. Uses LC-MS/MS on 24-hour urine samples. Results in Reports delivered online or via email/WhatsApp within 2-3 weeks after sample receipt.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR
Consultant Physician · Reg: 8052
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To quantify urinary cortisol and cortisone for evaluating adrenal function, aiding in the diagnosis of hormonal imbalances and adrenal disorders.
- Test Code
- 354
- Price
- ₹30,000
- Sample Type
- 24-hour urine
- Result Time
- Reports delivered online or via email/WhatsApp within 2-3 weeks after sample receipt.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- LC-MS/MS
Sample Collection
Consult healthcare provider about medications. Ensure proper container with boric acid or plan for refrigeration. Record 24-hour urine volume accurately.
Method: 24-hour urine collection
Laboratory Analysis
Collect all urine over 24 hours in a clean container. Keep refrigerated or with preservative. Store in a cool, dark place.
Report Delivery
Return sample to lab promptly. Complete test request form with volume details. Ensure specimen is labeled correctly.
Timeline: Reports delivered online or via email/WhatsApp within 2-3 weeks after sample receipt.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To quantify urinary cortisol and cortisone for evaluating adrenal function, aiding in the diagnosis of hormonal imbalances and adrenal disorders.
How to Prepare
- Use a container with 10g boric acid or keep urine refrigerated during collection.
- Collect all urine for 24 hours, starting after first void.
- Record total volume on container and test form.
- Ship refrigerated or frozen to lab.
- Submit duly filled Test Send Out Consent Form (Form 35).
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR — MBBS, MD (General Medicine) · Reg. No. 8052
"This test is crucial for evaluating adrenal function, especially when symptoms suggest cortisol excess or deficiency. Accurate 24-hour collection is key for reliable results."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Insufficient sample volume
- Improper preservation or container
- Missing consent form or incorrect labeling
- Sample not shipped under required conditions
Understanding Your Results
High cortisol and cortisone levels
Low cortisol and cortisone levels
Levels within reference ranges
If test results are abnormal, or if symptoms persist despite normal results, consult an endocrinologist for further evaluation and management.
Limitations
- ⚠Results may vary with individual physiology; interpret in clinical context
- ⚠Not suitable for point-of-care testing; requires lab analysis
- ⚠Does not distinguish between free and bound cortisol fractions without additional tests
Risks & Considerations
- ●Non-invasive; no significant risks associated with urine collection
- ●Potential for skin irritation if boric acid contacts skin, handle with care
Interfering Factors
- ●Improper urine collection timing or volume
- ●Use of certain medications like steroids or oral contraceptives
- ●Physical stress or acute illness during collection
- ●Non-compliance with preservative or refrigeration instructions
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