Test Code LAB124 Testosterone, Total
Intended Use
Used to aid in the diagnosis of multiple conditions in both males and females
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Immunoenzymatic Assay
Performing Laboratory
SPH
Specimen Requirements
Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)
Container/Tube: Light Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube
Acceptable: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL)
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen (< -20C): >48 hours or two thaw cycles
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84403