Follicle Stimulating Hormone (PRISMA HEALTH)

Test Code
1230100414


Alias/See Also
LAB86: Follicle Stimulating Hormone
LAB8023: Endocrine Assessment Panel
LAB86A: Follicle stimulating hormone | FOLLICLE STIMULATING HORMONE|FSH


CPT Codes
83001x1

Preferred Specimen
GMH HOSPITAL LAB: LIME TOP- LIHEP (Refrigerated) Min Vol: .1


Other Acceptable Specimens
GMH HOSPITAL LAB: YELLOW TOP: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: .1; MICRO LIME: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: .1; MICRO YELLOW: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: .1; LITHIUM HEP ALIQUOT: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: N/A; SST ALIQUOT: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: N/A 


Instructions
Adult: Minimum 2.5 mL blood *Pediatric minimum: 1 full microtainer*


Transport Temperature
Lab Only: It is recommended that tubes of blood are to be kept closed at all times and in a vertical position. It is required that the serum or plasma be physically separated from contact with cells within two hours from the time of collection. Analyze fresh specimens, if possible. If testing will be delayed more than 24 hours, remove plasma or serum from the red blood cells, clot or separator gel. Specimens removed from the red blood cells, clot or separator gel may be stored at 2 to 8°C for up to 7 days, and frozen at <-10°C. Stored specimens must be inspected for particulates. If present, mix and centrifuge the specimen to remove particulates prior to testing.


Report Available
GMH HOSPITAL LAB
STAT: 60 min
Routine: 240 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: No TAT min
Life or Death: 60 min



Last Updated: September 19, 2023


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