Ultrasensitive Testosterone, Total and Free

Test Code: TD_4834

CPT Code(s): 84403

$37

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Testosterone F/T hypogonadal male
Testosterone, ultrasens, children
Testosterone, ultrasens, females

Test Includes

Total Testosterone, Free Testosterone, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, Albumin

Methodology

liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis <br: Heat-inactivated samples

Reference Range(s)

By Report

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Plain Red Top Tube

Minimum Volume

2 mL serum

Sample Stability

1 week refrigerated
1 month frozen

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Allow sample to
clot in an upright position for at least 60 minutes, then
centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a plastic transport
tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as
serum from a plain red top tube. Freeze.
When multiple tests are ordered, submit a separate tube for
this test.

Alternative Specimen

Allow SST to clot in an upright position for at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection. Transfer serum to a plastic transport tube. Clearly label tube as serum. Freeze