Prolactin, Dilution Study

Prolactin, Dilution Study

Test Code

40049
84146 (x2)
40049
84146 (x2)
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Clinical Significance

Prolactin, Dilution Study - Prolactin is a single-chain polypeptide hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary under the control of prolactin-releasing factors. These inhibiting and releasing factors are secreted by the hypothalamus. Prolactin is also synthesized by the placenta and is present in amniotic fluid.
Prolactin initiates and maintains lactation in females. It also plays a role in regulating gonadal function in both males and females. In adults, basal circulating prolactin is present in concentrations up to 30 ng/mL. During pregnancy and postpartum lactation, serum prolactin can increase 10-to 20-fold. Exercise, ...

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Test Details

Includes

  • Diluted and undiluted Prolactin

Patient Preparation

Overnight fasting is preferred

Methodology

Immunoassay (IA)

Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

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Diluted and undiluted Prolactin
Overnight fasting is preferred

Methodology

Immunoassay (IA)

Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report
Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

1 mL serum

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

  • Room temperature: 5 days
  • Refrigerated: 7 days
  • Frozen: 28 days

Setup Schedule, Transport Container

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1 mL serum
0.5 mL
Room temperature
Room temperature: 5 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 28 days
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 may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.
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Clinical Significance

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