Laboratory Medicine
Test Directory / Androstenedione
Androstenedione
Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | Androstenedione |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | AND |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | Brown clotted serum, gel barrier |
| Clinical Indication | Excessive androstenedione production may occur in PCOS, idiopathic hirsutism, ovarian and adrenal neoplasms and congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). Measurements are also useful in monitoring treatment of CAH patients. |
| Specimen Type | Blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 0.2mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 7 days |
| Laboratory | Hull Royal Infirmary |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
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