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Allocortolone, Serum — Turbidimetric Mass Concentration

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

A specialized test that measures the amount of allocortolone, an adrenal steroid metabolite, in blood.

Quick summary

["This test evaluates a hormone metabolite that can be affected by adrenal steroid disorders or corticosteroid medicines."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
110627-7
Short code
A-cortolone Msmt Ur
Synonyms
A-cortolone Msmt Ur
Category
liver
Sample
urine
Container
Sterile urine container
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Specimen volume
10 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 2h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
0
Lipemia max
0
Icterus max
0
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What is this test?

Allocortolone is a metabolite formed during the body's processing of adrenal steroid hormones. This test measures its concentration in serum and may be used in the evaluation of adrenal steroid metabolism.

Why might I need this test?

Your clinician may order this specialized test when symptoms or other laboratory findings suggest an uncommon disorder of adrenal hormone production or metabolism. It may also be used to help interpret the effects of corticosteroid treatment.

How is the test performed?

A blood sample is collected, and the serum is analyzed in the laboratory to determine the concentration of allocortolone. The laboratory may use a turbidimetric or another validated quantitative method, depending on the test.

How do I prepare for the test?

No special preparation is usually required for a routine blood draw. Tell your clinician about corticosteroids or other steroid medicines, because they can affect steroid measurements and their interpretation.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

◆Associated findings1

Short name

Allocortolone test

Frequently asked questions

What does an allocortolone test measure?
It measures the concentration of allocortolone, a metabolite of adrenal steroid hormones, in blood.
Is the test the same as a cortisol test?
No. Cortisol measures an active adrenal hormone, while allocortolone reflects a metabolite produced during steroid processing.
Can steroid medicines affect the result?
Yes. Corticosteroids and other steroid medicines can change steroid metabolism and affect the measured value, so medication use should be discussed with the ordering clinician.
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    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
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    Lab Tests OnlineSource
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    Mayo Clinic — Tests & ProceduresSource

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