Test Overview
Method
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
Result Included
17-Hydroxyprogesterone
Aliases/Synonyms
17-Hydroxy Progesterone
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumPlasma (Li Heparin)
Volume
Sample Volume
2 mL
Specimen Comment
Barricor™ tube is not acceptable.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Avoid hemolysis.
Handling Information
Freeze as soon as possible. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Refrigerated |
|---|
| 1 Day |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specimen | Barricor™ tube |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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17-Hydroxyprogesteronenmol/LNewborn, 5 - 30 d: Less than 7.6
31 - 60 d, M: 2.4 - 15.1; F: 1.5 - 7.0
M and F, 3 - 14 y: 0.2 - 5.1
Adult F, Reproductive age:
Follicular: 0.3 - 2.4
Luteal: 1.8 - 7.0
Ovulation: 0.9 - 4.2
Post-menopausal: 0.4 - 1.5
Adult Male: 1.5 - 6.4µg/L x 3.026
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17OHPR | 17-aOH Progesterone | 28216 | nmol/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-02-01