Luteinizing Hormone, Pediatric (2 Weeks-6 Years)
| Sunquest Code: | LHPED | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB7015 | Epic Name: | Luteinizing Hormone, Pediatric (2W-6Y) |
| Synonyms: | LH, Pediatric; Lutropin, Pediatric | ||
| Methodology: | Electrochemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 4-9 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Test is intended for patients 2 weeks to 6 years of age. For UMMC-West Pediatric Endocrinology patients 7 years and older, see Luteinizing Hormone, Pediatric (7 years and older). | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1.2 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) (Purple (EDTA)) |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Separate within 1 hour. Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.5 mL minimum. Store in freezer. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship on dry ice. ROB to ARUP. |
| Stability: | Stability after separation from cells is 24 hours at room temperature; 48 hours refrigerated, and 6 months frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (Esoterix via ARUP) |
| Referral Lab number: | 2007567 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | By report. |
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