Pathology tests database

Sample and container requirements

Serum EDTA Plasma Lithium Heparin Plasma (paediatrics only)

Minimum volume required

Special requirements

None

Patient preparation

None

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: 92 – 921 pmol/L Mid-Cycle Phase: 140 – 2381 pmol/L Luteal Phase: 92 – 1145 pmol/L Post-menopausal, not on HRT: <103 pmol/L Post-menopausal, on HRT: <528 pmol/L Males: 92 – 161 pmol/L (Source: Abbott Diagnostics)

Clinical guidance

Oestradiol levels are used to evaluate ovarian function and to help diagnose the cause of precocious puberty in girls (very early signs of puberty) and gynaecomastia in men. Please refer to LabTestsOnlineUK to learn more about oestradiol. https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/oestrogen

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