Test directory: Testicular Function Profile I

Ordering Code8374
Test NameTesticular Function Profile I
Preferred SpecimenSerum
Preferred ContainerSST (Gold)
Other Specimen/ContainerRed (Plain)
Optimum Volume1.5 mL
Collection InstructionsThis test may exhibit interference when sample is collected from a person who is consuming a supplement with a high dose of biotin (also termed as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme R). It is recommended to ask all patients who may be indicated for this test about biotin supplementation. Patients should be cautioned to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample.
Handling InstructionsIf red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Transport RequirementsOahu: Frozen
Airline: Frozen
Specimen StabilityAmbient: 3 Days
Refrigerated: 5 Days
Frozen: 14 Days
Avail. StatNO
Analytic Time3 Days
MethodologyElectrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)
Reference Lab Rheumatology Diagnostics Lab

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of April 26, 2024.
ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
Testosterone, SerumALLSee report.
LHALLSee report.
FSHALLSee report.
ProlactinALLSee report.