| EX1751 PROLACTIN, SERUM |
| Specimen: |
2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Collect specimen 4 hours after the patient has awakened. Overnight fasting is preferred. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 8 hrs |
48 hrs |
4 weeks |
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| Method: |
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Comment: |
Prolactin is secreted episodically. Pooling an equal volume of serum from 3 samples drawn at 15-minute intervals is recommended. |
| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
This assay is a useful aid in the evaluation of Pituitary tumors, Amenorrhea, Galactorrhea, Infertility & Hypogonadism. It also helps in monitoring therapy in prolactin-producing tumors. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Gynecologist, Endocrinologist |
| Disease: |
Disorders of the Pituitary gland, Disorders of the Reproductive system |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
Biochemistry |
| Pre Test Information: |
Sample to be collected 4 hours after the patient has awakened. Overnight fasting is preferred. |
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