| Laboratory: | Clinical Biochemistry |
| Test Name: |
FREE ANDROGEN INDEX (FAI) (CALCULATED) - (P)
Test Code:
FAI
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| Clinical Information: |
Test performed at: St. Boniface Hospital
Serum is also acceptable. Free Androgen Index = Testosterone nmol/L x 100/SHBG nmol/L |
| Collection Devices: |
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| Specimen Required: |
Plasma: 1.0 mL
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| Referral: |
Serum: 1.0 mL
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| Requisition: | |
| Reference Values: |
Female:
≥ 13 y Normal: < 8.5 ≥ 13 y Hirsute: 1.7-20.6 Male ≥ 13 y: 14.8-94.8 |
| Availability: |
Specific days
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| See Also: | |
| More Information: |
Ship to: St. Boniface Hospital - Biochemistry Laboratory Rm. L3041
Notes: When FAI registered, Testosterone + SHBG will be ordered. Computer will calculate the Free Androgen Index. Separate plasma and keep refrigerated up to 7 days at 2 - 8 degrees Celsius. For longer storage aliquot and freeze (stable at -20 degrees Celsius for 2 months). Avoid repeated freezing and thawing. |