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Test Code FSHES / 502280-EX FOLLICLE STIMULATING HORMONE (FSH), PEDIATRIC, SERUM

Additional Codes

Software Test Code
SoftID FSHES
EPIC LAB10069
Esoterix 502280

Performing Laboratory

Esoterix Laboratory Services (LabCorp Specialty Testing Group)

Method Name

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CIA)

Reference Values

An interpretive report will be issued

Days and Times Test Performed

Monday through Friday

Report Available

5-10 Days

Analytic time for send out tests is the time it will take to perform testing once it has arrived at the performing reference lab. Please add 1 to 2 days from time of collection to allow for receipt at NorDx central lab and shipment of specimen, add another day if specimen is collected on the day before a weekend or holiday.

Specimen Type

Serum

Preferred Container

Serum Separator Tube (SST)

Preferred Volume

Serum: 1 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST)) – 0.2 mL does not allow for repeat testing

Minimum Volume

Serum: 0.2 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))

Specimen Collection and Handling

Serum or plasma must be separated from cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Send Frozen.

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type: Serum

Frozen:  200 Days

Refrigerated: 2 Days

Room Temp: 1 Day

Add On Capable

Not Permitted

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

This test, when ordered on Medicare patients, is subject to the National Coverage Determination (NCD) policies. Please verify that the diagnosis code (ICD code) you have chosen demonstrates medical necessity for the test as documented in the physician’s patient record. The CMS web site is available to assist you with this verification. A properly executed Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) must be submitted with the specimen if medical necessity is not demonstrated by the ICD code chosen.

CPT Code Information

CPT Code

CPT Description

CPT Disclaimer

83001 Gonadotropin, Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), Quantitative  

Performing Laboratory Location

Esoterix Laboratory Services (LabCorp Specialty Testing Group)

LOINC Code Information

15067-2

Clinical Significance

This test should be ordered ONLY by a pediatric endocrinology specialist or as a result of consultation with a pediatric endocrinology specialist. For all other patients, please order “FOLLICLE STIMULATING HORMONE (FSH), SERUM” test code “FSH”.

Acceptable Alternative Container(s)

Lavender-top (EDTA)