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Prolactin, Dilution Study
0020724
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Ordering Recommendation
Use this test for patients with prolactin-secreting macroadenomas, where a high-dose hook effect is a consideration.
Mnemonic
PROLAC MAC
Methodology
Quantitative Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
Within 24 hours
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Serum separator tube or plasma separator tube. Also acceptable: Lithium heparin or EDTA plasma).
Specimen Preparation
Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Transfer 1 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen: 1 month
Reference Interval
Effective August 16, 2021
| Prolactin |
||
|---|---|---|
| Age |
Male |
Female, nonpregnant |
| 1-9 years | 2.1-17.7 ng/mL | 2.1-17.7 ng/mL |
| 10 years and older | 2.1-17.7 ng/mL | 2.8-29.2 ng/mL |
Interpretive Data
Compliance Category
FDA
Note
This test is intended for patients with prolactin-secreting macroadenomas, where a high-dose hook effect is a consideration. Pregnancy, lactation, and the administration of oral contraceptives can increase prolactin concentrations.
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Inactive
N/A
CPT Codes
84146
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 0020724 | Prolactin, Dilution Study | 20568-2 |
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Aliases
- Dilution for high dose hook effect
- Macroadenoma
- Prolactin, Dilution Study
Prolactin, Dilution Study
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