Testosterone, FR (Dialysis) and Total (LC/MS/MS)
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Test Code: 36170
CPT Code(s): 84402, 84403
Includes: Total Testosterone, Free Testosterone (calculated)
Methodology: Calculation (CALC); Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS); Tracer Equilibrium Dialysis
Clinical Significance: Helpful in assessing testicular function in prepubescent hypogonadal males and in managing hirsutism, virilization in females.
Additional names: Not applicable
Supply: T05 - Red Top Tube (NO GEL) 10mL
Preferred Specimen: Serum
Preferred Volume: 1mL
Transport Container: Red Top Tube (NO GEL)
Transport Temperature: Room temperature
Specimen Stability: Room temperature: 7 days
Reject due: Gross hemolysis; Gross lipemia; Specimens collected in serum serparator tube
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