Sex Hormone Binding Globulin SHBG
Synonyms |
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Allscripts (AEHR) Order Name |
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, Serum |
Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Order Name |
Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, Serum |
EPIC Order Name |
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Clinical Info |
SHBG is a major transport protein for sex steroids (e.g., testosterone and estradiol). Measurement of SHBG concentration is useful as an aid in diagnosis of androgen disorders. Additionally, SHBG may be useful in the evaluation of infertility and investigation of suspected cases of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) |
Specimen Type |
Blood |
Specimen Volume |
0.8 ml Serum (0.3 mL min) |
Container |
Gold Top Tube |
Collection Instructions |
Container/Tube: Gold Top Tube Li-heparin plasma. Do not use EDTA plasma. |
Transport Instructions |
Refrigerated |
Specimen Stability |
Room temperature: 5 days |
Methodology |
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA) |
Days Performed |
Monday- Sunday |
Performing Laboratories |
Northwell Health Laboratories |
CPT |
84270 LOINC Code: 13967-5 |
PDM |
5910520 |
Result InterpretationSee Report |
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