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3A-ANDROSTANEDIOL GLUCURONIDE, ELISA

Geisinger Epic Procedure Code:  LAB1333    Geisinger Epic ID:  53257

SPECIMEN COLLECTION
Specimen type: 

Serum


Preferred collection container: 
Specimen required: 

0.5 mL serum; minimum 0.25 mL.


Special notes: 

Do not collect in gel tube.


Patient preparation: 

Fasting is preferred.



SPECIMEN PROCESSING
Processing instructions: 

Centrifuge and aliquot.


Transport temperature: 

Refrigerated (cold packs).


Specimen stability: 

Room temperature: 7 days. Refrigerated: 14 days. Frozen: 60 days.


Rejection criteria: 

Hemolysis • Moderate to Gross Lipemia • Icteria • Received room temperature • Samples containing azide or thimerosal



TEST DETAILS
Additional information: 

This test was performed using a kit that has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The analytical performance characteristics of this test have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. This test should not be used for diagnosis without confirmation by other medically established means.


CPT code(s):  82154
Note: The billing party has sole responsibility for CPT coding.  Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the payer being billed.
The CPT codes provided by GML are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.

Methodology: 
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Synonyms: 

Quest test code 92208, 3a-Androstan, 3Alpha Diol G,5Alpha-Androstane-3 Alpha,17Beta-diol Glucuronide,5Alpha Diol G,Alpha Diol G


Clinical significance: 

Marker for disorders of Peripheral Androgen Formation and Action, such as in Hirsutism and acne.


Review Date:  12/16/2024

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