Test Name |
Prolactin |
Test Code |
512 |
Unit |
ng/ml |
Station |
Chemistry |
CPT Code |
84146 |
Performing Facility |
American Medical Labs, Herzliya |
Analyzer |
Roche cobas 6000 |
Test Method |
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay |
AML Preferred Tube |
5 mL SST gel |
Storage Instructions |
Refrigerated; 14 days at 2 to 8 oC 6 months at -20 oC , Freeze only once. |
Min. Volume |
1 mL |
Turn-Around-Time |
One day. |
Intended Use |
Immunoassay for the in vitro quantitative determination of prolactin in human serum and plasma. During pregnancy the concentration of prolactin rises under the influence of elevated estrogen and progesterone production. |
Limitations |
Samples should not be taken from patients receiving therapy with high biotin |
Patient Preparation |
No patient preparation needed. |
Reasons for Rejection |
.Improper labeling. |
Adult Reference Ranges |
Men: 4.04 – 15.2 ng/ml. |