Prolactin, Five Specimens
Use
The Prolactin, Five Specimens test is utilized to evaluate Prolactin levels across five sequential samples. It is often used in diagnostic evaluations of pituitary gland functioning and could be indicative of conditions such as hyperprolactinemia, which affects reproductive and metabolic health.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This test requires precise timing and sequential sampling of five specimens, which can impact the accuracy of results if not adhered to properly. Variability in sample handling and individual patient factors might contribute to results outside the expected reference interval.
Methodology
Automated Analyzer (Clinical Chemistry)
Biomarkers
Prolactin
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 12231-7 - Prolactin BS SerPl-mCnc
- 25736-0 - Prolactin sp1 p chal SerPl-mCnc
- 12823-1 - Prolactin sp2 p chal SerPl-mCnc
- 12824-9 - Prolactin sp3 p chal SerPl-mCnc
- 12825-6 - Prolactin sp4 p chal SerPl-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Follow the Sequential Sampling directions to ensure proper handling and timing of the five collected specimens.
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