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Prolactin, Serum

Message
Day(s) Test Set Up: Monday, Wednesday, Friday


Test Code
PROLACT


CPT Codes
84146

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL plasma


Instructions
Draw blood in a PST tube. Spin down.


Transport Container
PST tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Chemiluminescence

Reference Range
Males: 3.7-17.9 ng/mL
Females: 3.0-18.6 ng/mL


Clinical Significance
Pathological hyperprolactinemia occurs in hypothyroidism and renal failure. Hyperprolactinemia is also known to impair gonadal function in both sexes.



Last Updated: September 3, 2010


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.