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LH (Luteinizing hormone)
MessagePerformed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820
10.2018
10.2018
Test Code
LH
CPT Codes
83002
Preferred Specimen
Plasma from a green top (PST) tube
Minimum Volume
1mL
Transport Container
Green Top (PST) tube
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 24 hours
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (Abbott Architect)
Setup Schedule
This assay is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week
Reference Range
Adult Males (> 20 years old): 1.0 - 9.0 mIU/mL
Adult Females (> 20 years old): 2.0 - 14.7 mIU/mL (Follicular phase)
21.2 - 73.6 mIU/mL (Mid-cycle peak)
1.0 - 18.0 mIU/mL (Luteal phase)
5.2 - 62.0 mIU/mL (Post-menopausal)
Adult Females (> 20 years old): 2.0 - 14.7 mIU/mL (Follicular phase)
21.2 - 73.6 mIU/mL (Mid-cycle peak)
1.0 - 18.0 mIU/mL (Luteal phase)
5.2 - 62.0 mIU/mL (Post-menopausal)
Clinical Significance
This test is used to monitor normal function of male and female reproductive systems
