Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Synonyms
Luteinizing Hormone; Luteinizing Hormone (LH); Interstitial Cell Stimulating Hormone
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01009
Lab Test Days
Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday
Standard TAT
3-6 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red Top (No Additive)
Collection Instructions
For pre-pubertal children, test code 36086 LH, Pediatrics assay is recommended.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 7 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 28 Days
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Serum
CPT Codes
83002
Revised
08-15-17
Initials
SL