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HelpTest Code LAB86 Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
Useful For
Evaluating gonadal, menopausal, or pituitary status
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Performing Laboratory
Bozeman Health Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma or serum
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel), red top, or gold top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Ambient | 5 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 6 months |
Reference Values
Males:
1.5-12.4 mIU/mL
Females:
Follicular Phase 3.5 - 12.5 mIU/mL
Ovulation Phase 4.7 - 21.5 mIU/mL
Luteal Phase 1.7 - 7.7 mIU/mL
Postmenopause 25.8 - 134.8 mIU/mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83001