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HelpTest Code PROL Prolactin, Serum or Plasma
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lithium heparin (light green-top)
Acceptable: Serum Gel
Draw blood, spin down and send 0.5 mL of plasma or serum.
Specimen Stability Information
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
|
Plasma,lithium heparin / Serum |
RT, spun in tube |
5 days |
|
Refrigerated, spun |
14 days |
Reference Values
Males: 4.0-15.2 ng/mL
Females: 4.8-23.3 ng/mL
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
|
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
|
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
84146
Secondary ID
HHA1280
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
| Test Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Prolactin, Serum or Plasma |
2842-3 |