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Prolactin

Order Code
16259
CPT
84146
Test Details
TAT

24 hours

Methodology

ECLIA

Remarks

Please note that high doses of Biotin supplement may potentially interfere with the results for this test The effect of Biotin interference can be greatly reduced or eliminated if the sample is taken at least 8 hours following the last Biotin administration For more information pleases contact the laboratory

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Pituitary hormone affecting lactation. Evaluated in menstrual disorders or pituitary tumors.

Specimen Type

Serum or Plasma

Volume

0.3 mL

Specimen Container

Gel-barrier tube or Red-top tube or Green-top (Heparin) tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 14 days
Order Code
16259
CPT
84146
Test Details
TAT

24 hours

Methodology

ECLIA

Remarks

Please note that high doses of Biotin supplement may potentially interfere with the results for this test The effect of Biotin interference can be greatly reduced or eliminated if the sample is taken at least 8 hours following the last Biotin administration For more information pleases contact the laboratory

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Pituitary hormone affecting lactation. Evaluated in menstrual disorders or pituitary tumors.

Specimen Type

Serum or Plasma

Volume

0.3 mL

Specimen Container

Gel-barrier tube or Red-top tube or Green-top (Heparin) tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 14 days