FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)
Main Content
Test Code: 470
Includes: FSH
Methodology: Immunoassay (IA)
Clinical Significance: This test is useful in the differential diagnosis of pituitary and gonadal insufficiency and in children with precocious puberty.
Alternative Name(s): Follicular Stimulating Hormone,Follicle Stimulating Hormone
Supply: T01 - Red/Gray SST 8.5mL
Preferred Specimen: Serum
Preferred Volume: 1mL
Transport Container: Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
Specimen Stability: Room Temperature: 7 days
Rejection Criteria: Specimens exceeding stability; Unlabeled or improperly labeled specimens
NOTE: For prepubertal children test code 36087 FSH, Pediatrics Assay is recommended.
For additional supply or collection device information, please contact DLO's Customer Service at (800) 891-2917, option 2.
CLIA