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General
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Clinical Use:
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Availability:
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Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Testosterone (Free), |
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Code:
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TES & SHB |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Free Testosterone (calculated): 260 - 750 pmol/L
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Serum Sep. Tube-SST (GOLD), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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If a dexamethasone suppression test is requested at the same time, collect the free testosterone on day one and schedule the dexamethasone suppression test for day 2. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Serum, no gel (RED) |
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Lithium Heparin, No Gel (DKGNLITH) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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Stability:
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Contact Phone
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| Core |
Biochemistry |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 8140 |
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Biochemistry |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4093 |
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Last Updated : 10-09-2024 11:16 |