| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry | ||||
| Test Name: |
GNRH STIMULATION TEST - FEMALE - (P)
Test Code:
GRHF
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| Clinical Information: |
This procedure is used for assessment of gonadotropin reserve. It is used in the evaluation of the pituitary-gonadal axis when a patient has low/normal sex hormone levels in the presence of low/normal basal gonadotropin (FSH, LH) levels. This procedure is performed in the Endocrinology & Metabolism Clinical Investigation Unit.
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| Specimen Required: |
Plasma: 1.0 mL
Pediatric Plasma: 0.4 mL
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| Reference Values: |
A descriptive report will be sent.
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| Availability: |
Endocrinology Consult Required
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| More Information: |
Follow lab instructions given on the GNRH Stimulation Female Requisition Form. This test may be performed in combination with the TRH stimulation test. In this case, use test code DBLF.
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