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Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB3053061 |
| NBS code | LBC10156 |
| Service code | 31660 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
| Container: |
| Yellow Top |
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hours
Specimen type: Serum
Volume: 0.5mL
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 8 hours |
| Refrigerate | 7 days |
| Frozen | 6 months |
Specimen Condition
| Gross Haemolysis | Alert/Reject |
|---|---|
| Icterus | OK |
| Gross Lipaemia | Alert/Reject |
| Others | Not applicable |
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Days and Times Performed
24 hrs, TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
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Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Assessment of hypothalamic-pituitary ovarian axis.
Evaluation of fertility problems and sexual dysfunction and certain cancers with sex-hormone-producing tumors.
Determine the cause of hypogonadism in males and investigation of hirsutism and virilisation in females.
Update
Last updated 28/07/2026
LOINC Code Information
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Panel Information
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