Prolactin
| Abbrev Code: | PROLAC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB531 | Order Name: | Prolactin |
| Synonyms: | PRL | ||
| Methodology: | Chemiluminescence
St Joseph: CMIA |
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| CPT Codes: | 84146 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed and reported 24 hours/day. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2.5 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.6 mL |
| Container: | Green (lithium heparin, gel), St Joseph - Green (lithium heparin, no gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel), Red or gold (gel), St. Joseph - Red (no gel) |
| Contraindications: | Large doses of biotin (10 mg or more per day) may cause clinically significant interference in prolactin 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. |
| Stability: | 24 hours at room temperature; 7 days refrigerated |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Chemistry (UMMC East, Grand Itasca, St. Joseph's) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: |
Grand Itasca
St Joseph:
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| Use: | Evaluation of pituitary hyperfunction. |
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