Sample type: Serum
Test name: FSH a.k.a. follicle stimulating hormone
Condition / Indication: Endocrine
Special precautions & notes: Sample at day 1 to 5 of cycle recommended in females.
Reference range: Adult Male: 1.3-19.3 IU/L. Adult Female (and children +12 years): follicular phase 3.9-8.8 IU/L, mid-cycle: 4.5-22.5 IU/L, luteal phase: 1.8-5.1 IU/L. Peri- or post-menopause: >16 IU/L. See document below for Reference Ranges in Children.
Container: Serum (Gold top)
Ideal volume (mL): 5 mL
Referred outside NBT for analysis? No
Discipline: Clinical Biochemistry
Section: Automated Laboratory
Turnaround time: 1 day