Estradiol
Also known as 17-Beta-Estradiol, E2 IVF, IVF Estradiol, Estradiol (E2-6 III), Estradiol, 17 Beta
What it measures
- EstradiolLOINC 2243-4
Specimen
- Specimen
- 1 mL serum
- Minimum volume
- 0.5 mL
- Container
- Serum separator tube (SST)
- Temperature
- Room temperature
Note: For any patients for whom low estradiol levels are anticipated (e.g. males, pre-pubertal children and hypogonadal/post-menopausal females), the the lab Estradiol, Ultrasensitive, LC/MS/MS assay is recommended (test code 30289). Do not add on estradiol testing to a barrier gel specimen older than 72 hours. Estradiol binds to barrier gel causing decreased values.
Turnaround
Set up: Mon-Sat (Day shift); Report available: 3 days
Billing
CPT 82670