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Test Code LAB2419 Prolactin, Diluted

Important Note

The Prolactin, Diluted test is used to rule out a hook effect that can occur in patients with prolactin-secreting tumors. For fertility-related testing, order LAB531, Prolactin.

Specimen Requirements

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

 

Plasma

Draw blood in a green-top (lithium heparin) tube. Spin down and send 2 mL of lithium heparin plasma.
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.

2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).

Serum

Draw blood in a gold-top serum gel tube. Spin down and send 2 mL of serum.

Note: 1. Indicate serum.

2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).

Reference Values

Reference Values

Males: 2.64-13.13 ng/mL

Females

Premenopausal: 3.34-26.72 ng/mL

Postmenopausal: 2.74-19.64 ng/mL

Performing Laboratory

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Core Laboratory: Chemistry