Androstanediol Glucuronide

Test ID: 

704139

CPT code:

82154

Synonyms:

3Alpha Diol G,5Alpha-Androstane-3 Alpha,17Beta-diol Glucuronide,5Alpha Diol G,Alpha Diol G

Clinical Use:

Marker for disorders of peripheral androgen formation and action, such as in hirsutism and acne.

Specimen Type:

Serum or plasma

Requested Volume: 

1 m

Minimum Volume: 

0.5 ml this volume does not allow for repeat testing

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube or lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Patient Preparation: 

Fasting is preferred

Collection:

Serum or plasma must be separated from cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Submit specimen in a plastic transport tube.

Storage Instructions:

Refrigerated (preferred) or room temperature. Stable at room temperature or refrigerated for six days. Stable for three years frozen.

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis • Lipemia • Icteric • Received room temperature