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HelpTest ID BLOD1285 Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (Gn-RH, Luteinizing Hormone-Releasing Hormone LH-RH)
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Patient preparation:
Patient should not be on any Steroid, ACTH, Gonadotropin, or Estrogen medications, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection of specimen.
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red top or SST
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s), serum-gel tube(s) is acceptable. Separate immediately and send 3 mL of serum frozen in a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Other | Specimens other than Serum or Plasma EDTA listed. |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 180 days | |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
7 to 11 daysMethod Name
Direct Radioimmunoassay
Performing Laboratory
Inter Science InstituteCPT Code Information
83727
Reporting Name
Gonadotropin Releasing HormoneReference Values
Adult Reference Range(s):
Males:Â 4.0 - 8.0 pg/mL
Females:Â 2.0 - 10.0 pg/mL
No pediatric reference ranges available for this test.
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Inter Science Institute. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary.Secondary ID
90165
Sanford Laboratories - Fargo Additional Information:
SANFORD INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 13895 | Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone |