Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD12795Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 15983
Testosterone, Total, MS
Clinical Use
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Measurement of total testosterone (TT) by liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (LC‑MS/MS) is the Endocrine Society and CDC HoSt–certified reference method for accurate assessment of TT levels, especially at lower concentrations in men, women, and hypogonadal individuals; it includes SHBG‑bound, albumin‑bound, and free testosterone fractions and supports diagnosis of hypogonadism and monitoring of therapy.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
NGS
Biomarkers
Total testosterone measurement (LC‑MS/MS)
Result Turnaround Time
0 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
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Minimum Volume
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