| Ordering Recommendation: |
This test is intended for patients under 7 years of age. For patients greater than 7 years order Luteinizing Hormone, Serum (ARUP test code 0070093).
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| Methodology: |
Quantitative Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay
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| Performed: |
Varies
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| Reported: |
4-9 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Serum separator tube (SST). Also acceptable: Lavender (EDTA).
Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells within one hour. Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.5 mL) Also acceptable: Plasma.
Storage/Transport Temperature: CRITICAL FROZEN. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: 6 months
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