Test Code LAB523 Estradiol (E2), Sensitive

Intended Use

The measurement of estradiol is used to assess sexual development, etiology of amenorrhea, causes of infertility, and menopause

Immunoenzymatic Assay

SPH

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/tube: Lt green/mint-top (lithium heparin) tube

Acceptable: Serum

Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube

Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.55 mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Ambient: 8 hours

Refrigerated: 7 days

Frozen: -20C > 7 days

Monday through Sunday

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