FSH and LH, Pediatrics

FSH and LH, Pediatrics

Test Code

36176
83001, 83002
36176
83001, 83002
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Clinical Significance

FSH and LH, Pediatrics - FSH/LH Pediatric tests are highly sensitive assays and these tests are used to assess gonadal dysfunction in children.

Test Resources

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Test Details

Methodology

Electrochemiluminescence (ECLIA) • Immunoassay (IA)

Assay Category

This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Reference Range(s)

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LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined

Methodology

Electrochemiluminescence (ECLIA) • Immunoassay (IA)
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Reference Range(s)

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Preferred Specimen(s)

1 mL frozen serum

Minimum Volume

0.6 mL

Collection Instructions

Collect blood specimens in red-top tube (no gel) or serum separator tube (plastic) and separate the serum immediately. Sample may be drawn in a serum separator red-top glass tube, but not submitted in this tube. Freeze immediately and submit to laboratory frozen.

Transport Container

Transport tube

Transport Temperature

Frozen

Specimen Stability

  • Room temperature: Unacceptable
  • Refrigerated: Unacceptable
  • Frozen: 28 days

Reject Criteria

Hemolysis • Icteric • Glass tubes

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined
1 mL frozen serum
0.6 mL
Collect blood specimens in red-top tube (no gel) or serum separator tube (plastic) and separate the serum immediately. Sample may be drawn in a serum separator red-top glass tube, but not submitted in this tube. Freeze immediately and submit to laboratory frozen.
Transport tube
Frozen
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Unacceptable
Frozen: 28 days
Hemolysis • Icteric • Glass tubes
Service Area must be determined
Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.
In-home collection is not available in your area through Quest Mobile.
Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

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