Inhibin A, Ultrasensitive
Use
Assess the function of the antral follicles the dominant follicle/corpus luteum of the ovaries in women
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The ultrasensitive inhibin A test results are not interchangeable with values from other inhibin A tests, such as those used in prenatal screening profiles. Results should be interpreted in the context of the specific method used.
Methodology
Immunoassay (Immunochemiluminometric (ICMA))
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 23883-2 - Inhibin A SerPl-mCnc
- 23883-2 - Inhibin A SerPl-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
4-6 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.3 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Collection Instructions
Transfer the serum into a LabCorp PP transpak frozen purple tube with screw cap (LabCorp No 49482). Freeze immediately and maintain frozen until tested.
Patient Preparation
Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to sample collection.
Storage Instructions
Freeze
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; gross lipemia
Other tests from different labs that may be relevant