Lutropin, Serum
Sunquest Code: | LH | ||
Epic Code: | LAB87 | Epic Name: | Lutropin |
Synonyms: | Interstitial Cell Stimulating Hormone; Luteinizing Hormone, LH | ||
Methodology: | Chemiluminescence | ||
CPT Code: | 83002 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed and reported 24 hours/day. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 2.5 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.6 mL |
Container: | Red or gold (gel) (Green (lithium heparin, gel), Green (lithium heparin) on ICE, Green (sodium heparin, no gel), Green (sodium heparin, no gel) on ICE, Purple (EDTA), Red (no gel)) |
Contraindications: | Large doses of biotin (10 mg or more per day) may cause clinically significant interference in luteinizing hormone levels. If interference is suspected, it is strongly recommended that biotin is discontinued for at least one week prior to retesting. |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 1.25 mL, 0.2 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. Alternatively, ship on dry ice. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Chemistry (UMMC-East Bank, Grand Itasca GICH) |
Interpretive
Reference Range: |
Male (IU/L)
GICH:
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Use: | Evaluation of ovarian function and evaluation of infertility in a male partner.
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