GROWTH H
Growth Hormone
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3271
Synonyms:
HGH
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:
Random growth hormone sampling should be performed on fasting patients who have rested for at least 30 minutes prior to collection.
Container Type:
Red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
0.8 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.2 mL
Specimen Processing:
If a red top tube is used, transfer the separated serum into a plastic transport tube. Label with the time of collection and the patient's name.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 14 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 7 days
CPT Codes:
83003 - Growth Hormone (EAP 30020913)
Method:
Immunochemiluminometric assay (ICMA)
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges