Inhibin B
Use
Inhibin B is the major circulating inhibin in males, and is also detectable in women during the menstrual cycle, particularly prior to ovulation. Its measurement serves as an endocrine marker for monitoring male and female gonadal function.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. The assay has been validated pursuant to CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Methodology
Immunoassay (CLIA)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
serum separator tube or plain red; centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL serum
Collection Instructions
Serum should be collected with the usual precautions of venipuncture
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; Lipemia; Icteric sample
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Ambient: 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | Refrigerated: 7 days |
| Frozen | Frozen: 28 days |