Test Code LAB531 Prolactin

Intended Use

Use the quantitative determination of prolactin levels in human serum and plasma.

Chemiluminescence Immunoassay

SPH

Preferred: Serum

Container/Tube: Plain, Red-top or Gold, serum gel tube

Acceptable: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/Tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin)

Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume: 0.53 mL)

Collection Instructions: Avoid hemolysis. Forward promptly.

Ambient: 8 hours

Refrigerated: 48 hours

Frozen: -20C > 48 hours

Monday through Sunday

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