Invert tube 5-6 times to mix blood. Spin for 10 minutes at 1100-1300 g in a swing bucket unit or 15 minutes in a fixed angle. Remember to label aliquot with patient name, DOB, test and collect date. Ship spun Orange, Lt Green or Gold tube refrigerated.
Leutinizing hormone (LH) is a glycoprotein hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland. In females, LH triggers ovulation and development of the corpus luteum. In males, LH stimulates the production of testosterone. This test may be ordered when there is a suspicion of precocious puberty in children or when adults have possible gonadal or other reproductive issues.
Invert tube 5-6 times to mix blood. Spin for 10 minutes at 1100-1300 g in a swing bucket unit or 15 minutes in a fixed angle. Remember to label aliquot with patient name, DOB, test and collect date. Ship spun Orange, Lt Green or Gold tube refrigerated.
Leutinizing hormone (LH) is a glycoprotein hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland. In females, LH triggers ovulation and development of the corpus luteum. In males, LH stimulates the production of testosterone. This test may be ordered when there is a suspicion of precocious puberty in children or when adults have possible gonadal or other reproductive issues.
