Pathology tests database

Sample and container requirements

Serum EDTA Plasma Lithium Heparin Plasma (paediatrics only)

Minimum volume required

Special requirements

None

Patient preparation

Samples from patients receiving high biotin doses (i.e. >5 mg/day) should be taken at least 8 hours post-dose. Please inform the laboratory if the patient has been treated with monoclonal mouse antibodies or may have received them for diagnostic purposes.

Sample viability

Turnaround time

This assay is run throughout the day and night. The in-lab turnaround time is normally less than 24 hours.

Reference range

Females: Follicular phase: 3.03 – 8.08 IU/L Luteal phase: 1.38 – 5.47 IU/L At ovulation: 2.55 – 16.69 IU/L Post – menopausal: 26.72 – 133.41 IU/L Males: 0.95 – 11.95 IU/L (Source: Abbott Diagnostics)

Clinical guidance

Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), like Luteinising Hormone (LH), belongs to the gonadotropin family. They synergistically regulate and stimulate the growth and function of the ovaries and testes. Please refer to LabTestsOnlineUK to learn more about FSH. https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/fsh-test

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