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Expected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
Within 24 hours
Reference Interval
Normal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
Effective August 16, 2021
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
May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, or details of testing.
Interpretive Information:
Pregnant 9.7- >200.0 ng/mL
Postmenopausal 1.8-20.3 ng/mL
Access complete set of age- and/or gender-specific reference intervals for this test in the ARUP Laboratory Test Directory (aruplab.com).
Compliance Category
FDA
Note
Additional information related to the test.
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.
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
The American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
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