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Test Code LAB529 Progesterone

Performing Lab

Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Ordering Recommendations

Ascertaining whether ovulation occurred in a menstrual cycle.

Evaluation of placental function in pregnancy.

Workup of some patients with adrenal or testicular tumors.

Collect

Serum

Collection Device

Gold Top Tube

Specimen Volume

5 mL

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Room Temp 8 Hours
Refrigerated 48 Hours
Frozen Indefinate

 

Storage/Transport Temperature

Room Temp, Refrigerated, Frozen

Specimen Handling

Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection.

Minimum Requirements

0.5 mL

Methodology

Chemiluminescence

Remarks

TURN AROUND TIME

STAT

 1 Hour
Routine 8 Hours

Start Date

9/13/2017

Last Review Date

7/14/25 ES