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Progesterone
MessagePerformed in the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820
10.2018
10.2018
Test Code
PROG
CPT Codes
84144
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
Male: < 0.3 ng/mL
Female: < 0.3 ng/mL (Follicular phase)
1.2 - 15.9 ng/mL (Luteal phase)
< 0.4 ng/mL (Post-menopausal)
Female: < 0.3 ng/mL (Follicular phase)
1.2 - 15.9 ng/mL (Luteal phase)
< 0.4 ng/mL (Post-menopausal)
Clinical Significance
This test is used in monitoring ovulation and in assessing pregnancy success.
