Sample type: Serum
Test name: LH a.k.a. Luteinising Hormone
Condition / Indication: Endocrine
Special precautions & notes: For females - sample at day 1 to 5 of cycle recommended
Reference range: Adult Male (and children 14+ years): 1.2-8.6 IU/L. Adult Female (and children 12+ years): follicular phase 2.1-10.9 IU/L, mid-cycle 19.2-103 IU/L, luteal Phase: 1.2-12.9 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