Pathology tests database

Sample and container requirements

Serum 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 phase: 0.32 – 0.95 nmol/L Luteal phase: 3.8 – 50.6 nmol/L Post-menopausal: 0.32 – 0.64 nmol/L Males: 0.32 – 0.64 nmol/L

Clinical guidance

Progesterone is a steroid hormone. Progesterone can be requested during the investigation of infertility to look for the presence of ovulation. Please refer to LabTestsOnlineUK to learn more about progesterone. https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/progesterone-test

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