Amenorrhea Profile
Use
The Amenorrhea Profile is used to evaluate hormone levels such as follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and prolactin in patients with absent menstruation. These hormones help assess ovarian function and pituitary gland function, thereby aiding in identifying potential causes of amenorrhea, which can include hormonal imbalances or pituitary disorders.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test may exhibit interference in samples collected from people who are consuming high levels of biotin. Results could be affected by this interference, leading to inaccurate hormone level readings. The stability of the sample is crucial as samples must be handled and stored correctly to prevent degradation and ensure accurate hormone quantification.
Methodology
Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Biomarkers
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
AnalyteLuteinizing hormone (LH)
AnalyteProlactin
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 10501-5 - LH SerPl-aCnc
- 15067-2 - FSH SerPl-aCnc
- 2842-3 - Prolactin SerPl-mCnc
- 10501-5 - LH SerPl-aCnc
- 15067-2 - FSH SerPl-aCnc
- 2842-3 - Prolactin SerPl-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.7 mL
Container
Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, or green-top (lithium heparin) tube. Do not use oxalate, EDTA, or citrate plasma.
Collection Instructions
If a red-top tube or plasma is used, transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate
Causes for Rejection
Plasma specimen
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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