Test Directory
4208 Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Serum-SST
7 Days 2-8° C
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Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum
Method
Immunochemiluminometric (ICMA)
Schedule
Mon-Sat
Turn-Around Time
24hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
Instructions/Notes
Centrifuge required?: Yes
Clinical Utility
FSH level is measured in a female who is undergoing or has recently undergone menopause. It helps evaluate pituitary function, especially as it relates to fertility issues, gonadal failure, maturation concerns, or pituitary tumors.
CPT Codes
83001
