Home
HelpTest Code Factrel Factrel Stimulation
Clinical System Name
Factrel Stimulation
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole blood
Container(s): Gold SST, Dark Green/Sodium Heparin, Red
Preferred Vol: 1.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note: Collect specimens for LH (luteinizing hormone) and FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) at 0, 20, 40 minutes post LHRH factrel. Label specimens and requisitions with time of collection. Specify age and sex of patient.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: gross lipemia
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2-8 C
Storage location: CPA refrigerator, FrigD rack. Serum/plasma should be removed from separator for storage.
Off-site collection: Collect specimens for LH (luteinizing hormone) and FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) at 0, 20, 40 minutes post LHRH factrel. Label specimens and requisitions with time of collection. On requisition, specify age and sex of patient. Spin blood. Transfer serum/plasma to plastic aliquot container. Refrigerate.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| gel separator with serum/plasma | Refrigerated | 48 h |
| separated serum/plasma | Room temp | 2 h |
| Refrigerated | 5 d | |
| Frozen -20 C | 4 w |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M-F, day shift | 1-4 d |
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Chemistry
Location: Chem West
Phone Number: (206) 987-2617
CPT Codes
83001 and 83002
Methodology
Method: Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA) by Abbott Alinity i
Analytical Volume: 0.250 mL serum/plasma
Limitations: Turbidity may affect results.
Reference Range
See individual LH (luteinizing hormone) and FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) tests for baseline reference values.
Description
LH and FSH at 0, 20, 40 minutes post LHRH factrel