Test Code LAB124 Testosterone, Total
Intended Use
Used to aid in the diagnosis of multiple conditions in both males and females
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
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.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84403
Storage Stability
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: -20 C >48 hours