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HelpEpic Test Code LAB4939 Prolactin, Dilution Study
Additional Codes
ARUP:0020724
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Perferred Container
Serum separator tube or plasma separator tube. Also acceptable: Green (sodium or lithium heparin)
Transportation Needs
Frozen
Volume Required
1 mL
Storage Requirements
Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: 3 months
Cause of Rejection
EDTA plasma
Reference Value
| Age | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 1-9 years | 2.1-17.7 ng/mL | 2.1-17.7 ng/mL |
| 10 years and older | 2.1-17.7 ng/mL | 2.8-26 ng/mL |
Turnaround Time
Within 24 hrs of receiving specimen
Performed: Sun-Sat
Ordering Recommendation
Use this test for patients with prolactin-secreting macroadenomas, where a high-dose hook effect is a consideration.
Additional Information
This test is intended for patients with prolactin-secreting macroadenomas, where a high-dose hook effect is a consideration.
Methodology
Quantitative Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
CPT Code
84146
Last Updated
3-Jan-18