Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, Serum
Test Code: 082016
Performing Lab: LabCorp
CPT Code: 84270 001
Synonym
SHBG; TeBG; Testosterone-binding Globulin
Specimen Type
Serum
Specimen Container
Gel-barrier tube (preferred) or red-top tube
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.7 mL (NOTE:This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing.)
Specimen Handling
If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube.
Unacceptable Conditions
Citrate plasma specimen; EDTA plasma specimen; improper labeling
Temperature
Room temperature
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA). This assay is performed on the Roche cobas instrument in multiple laboratories throughout Labcorp.
Stability
Room Temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days
| Result Code | Result Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 082016 | Sex Horm Binding Glob, Serum | 13967-5 |
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