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HelpTest ID FGNRH Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (Gn-RH, Luteinizing Hormone-Releasing Hormone LH-RH)
Specimen Required
Patient preparation:
Patient should not be on any Steroid, ACTH, Gonadotropin, or Estrogen medications, if possible, for at least 48 hours prior to collection of specimen.
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red top or SST
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s), serum-gel tube(s) is acceptable. Separate immediately and send 3 mL of serum frozen in a plastic vial.
Method Name
Direct Radioimmunoassay
Reporting Name
Gonadotropin Releasing HormoneSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 180 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reference Values
Adult Reference Range(s):
Males: 4.0 - 8.0 pg/mL
Females: 2.0 - 10.0 pg/mL
No pediatric reference ranges available for this test.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
7 to 11 daysPerforming Laboratory
Inter Science InstituteTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Inter Science Institute. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary.CPT Code Information
83727
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FGNRH | Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone | 13660-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z0929 | Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone | 13660-6 |