Information for this test temporarily referred to LabCorp found here: Prolactin LAB14613
Immediately following collection, thoroughly mix sample by gently inverting 5 times
Gold serum separator (SST) tube
Immediately following collection, mix sample thoroughly by gently inverting 8 - 10 times to prevent clotting
Spin within two (2) hours of sample collection
Lt green plasma separator (PST)
Refrigerated (preferred) - 48 hours
Ambient - 8 hours
Frozen (OK)
Chemiluminescent
Male: 2.64–13.13 ng/mL
Female:
≤50 years: 3.34 – 26.72 ng/mL
>50 years: 2.74 – 19.64 ng/mL
To rule out “Hook effect” by performing dilutions, order this test, along with a Miscellaneous Chemistry (991/LAB991 MSC) and specify "Prolactin dilutions to rule out hook effect".