Big-big Prolactin
72 hours
ECLIA
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Monday and Thursdays. Cut-off 1pm.
It refers to a biologically inactive form of prolactin, typically bound to IgG, and is assessed to distinguish true hyperprolactinemia from macroprolactinemia in cases of elevated prolactin levels.
Plasma
1 mL
Green-top (lithium heparin)
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days |