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Preferred Specimen(s) 0.3 mL serum Transport Temperature Room temperature Specimen Stability Room temperature: 14 days Refrigerated: 14 days Frozen: 30 days Methodology Immunoassay (IA) Assay Category This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes. Alternative Name(s) ImmunoCAP®
Clinical Significance Sycamore (t11) IgE - This test quantifies an individual’s IgE response to sycamore. It is an in vitro quantitative assay, which is intended to be used in conjunction with other clinical information to aid in the diagnosis of allergic diseases [1]. While allergen-specific serum IgE testing is considered comparable to skin testing in many instances, both the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology recognize that allergen-specific serum IgE testing may be preferred in some clinical situations. These include 1) the presence of widespread skin disease, 2) the recent use of antihistamines or other medications that can affect the results of allergy skin tests, 3) uncooperative patients, and 4) medical history suggesting that allergen skin testing would pose a significant risk for a serious allergic reaction [1]. A definitive clinical diagnosis of allergy should not be based on the results of any single diagnostic method, but should be made by a trained healthcare professional after all clinical and laboratory findings have been evaluated. Preferred Specimen(s) 0.3 mL serum Transport Container Serum Separator Tube (SST®) Specimen Stability Room temperature: 14 days Refrigerated: 14 days Frozen: 30 days
Clinical Significance T-SPOT®.TB - The T-SPOT®.TB test is an in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of effector T cells that respond to stimulation by Mycobacterium tuberculosis antigens ESAT-6 and CFP 10 by capturing interferon gamma (IFN-g) in the vicinity of T cells in human whole blood collected in lithium heparin. It is intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of M.tuberculosis infection. The T-SPOT®.TB test is an indirect test for M.tuberculosis infection (including disease) and is intended for use in conjunction with risk assessment, radiography and other medical and diagnostic evaluations. Preferred Specimen(s) Adults and children ≥10 years: 6 mL whole blood collected in a Greiner 9 mL lithium heparin (green-top) tube Pediatric 2-9 years of age: 4 mL whole blood collected in a Greiner 9 mL lithium heparin (green-top) tube Pediatric <2 years of age: 2 mL whole blood collected in a Greiner 9 mL lithium heparin (green-top) tube Immunocompromised individuals Adults and children ≥10 years: 9 mL whole blood collected in a Greiner 9 mL lithium heparin (green-top) tube Alternative Specimen(s) Sodium heparin (green-top) tube Minimum Volume Adults and children ≥10 years: 6 mL • Pediatric 2-9 years: 4 mL • Pediatric <2 years: 2 mL • Immunocompromised ≥10 years: 9 mL Collection Instructions The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has provided guidance on clinical considerations for tuberculosis (TB) testing such as T-SPOT®.TB in conjunction with COVID-19 mRNA vaccines. Please refer to the T-SPOT®.TB FAQ (https://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ215) for more detailed information on the latest CDC guidelines regarding TB testing and COVID-19 vaccines. *** This is a short stability test and requires special handling. *** If you have any questions, please contact the Customer Service Department at 866-MYQUEST (866-697-8378). Please contact Quest at tspot@questdiagnostics.com or work with your Quest Representative to obtain shipping materials(s) and discuss transportation options. This test will be handled separately from your standard Quest logistics courier pick-ups. Patient Service Centers (PSCs) are available to collect Monday-Friday. Collect blood by venipuncture into a Quest-provided Greiner 9 mL lithium heparin (green-top) tube. The tube contents must be inverted (8-10 times) to ensure that the whole blood is mixed thoroughly with the anticoagulant. Date and time of draw are required and must be provided. Specimens must be packed for transport in a Quest supplied shipping container or sleeve that has been validated to maintain sample stability. Do not draw the day before a FedEx limited service day, which may include holidays or inclement weather events. Transporting via FedEx 1. A daily FedEx Pickup must be arranged prior to your initial order by calling 1-800-GO-FEDEX (1-800-463-3339). 2. Place sample tube in the sealable plastic specimen bag with the absorbent pad. 3. Include the requisition in the outside pocket of the specimen bag. 4. Place the liquid pack into the bottom of the metallic color shipping container 5. Place the sealed specimen bags into the metallic color shipping container above the liquid pack. Up to 12 specimen bags may be included in a single shipping container. 6. Place the solid pack on top of the packed specimen bags. 7. Close and securely tape shut the corrugated box. 8. Place the entire box in the FedEx UN3373 clinical pack. 9. Affix the FedEx return label or air waybill onto the clinical pack in the specified location. 10. Please provide packed shipping containers directly to a FedEx courier and do not leave in the FedEx drop-off box or location. 11. Quest Diagnostics will track each customer’s usage of shipping containers and will automatically resupply as needed Transporting via Quest Logistics 1. Using Quest Logistics must be coordinated with your Quest Representative prior to initial order. 2. Your Quest Representative will provide guidance on packing specimens to ensure temperature requirements are met. 3. Packed specimens must be stored at room temperature and made available for the next scheduled transportation pickup. Transport Container Greiner 9 mL lithium heparin (green-top) tube Transport Temperature Room temperature Specimen Stability Room temperature: 39 hours Refrigerated: Unacceptable Frozen: Unacceptable Reject Criteria Hemolysis • Anticoagulants other than lithium or sodium heparin • Centrifuged • Samples not received in T-SPOT insulated shipper/sleeve Includes The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has provided guidance on clinical considerations for tuberculosis (TB) testing such as T-SPOT®.TB in conjunction with COVID-19 mRNA vaccines. Please refer to the T-SPOT®.TB FAQ link under Test Resources for more detailed information on the latest CDC guidelines regarding TB testing and COVID-19 vaccines. Methodology Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent (ELISPOT) Assay Reference Range(s) T-SPOT.TB Negative Alternative Name(s) TB blood test,TBSPOT,TB,T-SPOT.TB,T SPOT,TB T Spot,TSPOT,IGRA,TB SPOT
Clinical Significance T3 Uptake - Decreased: Pregnancy, estrogens, hyperproteinemia, acute intermittent porphyria. Increased: Androgens, hyperproteinemia, stress, acute liver disease. This assay is a measure of available thyroid hormone binding sites and should be interpreted with thyroxine levels. Preferred Specimen(s) 1 mL serum Alternative Specimen(s) Plasma collected in: Sodium heparin (green-top) or lithium heparin (green-top) tube Minimum Volume 0.5 mL Transport Container Serum Separator Tube (SST®) Transport Temperature Room temperature Specimen Stability Room temperature: 7 days Refrigerated: 10 days Frozen: 28 days Methodology Immunoassay (IA) Reference Range(s) 22-35 % Alternative Name(s) Resin Uptake,Triiodothyronine, Resin Uptake (T3),T3 Index,T3RU,T3 Resin Uptake,T3 (Triiodothyronine),Hanolsky Uptake Test
Clinical Significance T3 Uptake (REFL) - Decreased: Pregnancy, estrogens, hyperproteinemia, acute intermittent porphyria. Increased: Androgens, hyperproteinemia, stress, acute liver disease. This assay is a measure of available thyroid hormone binding sites and should be interpreted with thyroxine levels. Preferred Specimen(s) 1 mL serum Alternative Specimen(s) Plasma collected in: Sodium heparin (green-top) tube or lithium heparin (green-top) tube Minimum Volume 0.5 mL Transport Container Serum separator tube (SST) Transport Temperature Room temperature Specimen Stability Room temperature: 7 days Refrigerated: 10 days Frozen: 28 days Includes This is a client specific reflex test. Reflex criteria has been pre-defined by the ordering physician. Additional testing will be performed at an additional charge. Methodology Immunoassay (IA) Reference Range(s) 22-35 %
T3, FREE What are the other names for this test? Thyroid function test, free triiodothyronine, FT3, Triiodothyronine test, T3 test What is a T3 (Triiodothyronine) test? This test determines the amount of T3 (triiodothyronine) in your blood. Your thyroid produces the T3 hormone for your body. A thyroid is a small shaped gland-like butterfly. It is in front of your throat. T4 is another type of hormone known as thyroxine. T3 and T4 provide signals to your body to utilize the energy. T3 is the active type of thyroid hormone, while T4 is the inactive type of thyroid hormone. Your liver converts most of the T4 into the T3 of your thyroid gland. These hormones help to balance many functions of your body, such as Weight Body temperature Strength of muscle Heart Cholesterol level Skin moisture Breath Nervous system Bone maintenance Growth of brain What are the two types of T3 hormones? T3 (Triiodothyronine) are the two types: Free T3 - When your body needs this type, it comes into your body’s tissues. Free T3 does not combine with protein. Bound T3 - It combines with proteins that protect it from deposition into the body’s tissues. Different tests are available that can determine T3 levels. A total T3 test is a blood test that shows both free T3 and bound T3. Free T3 test measures only T3 levels. These tests may use to see the T3 level. If T3 levels are not in the recommended range, it may indicate thyroid disease. What is the purpose of this test? A T3 test diagnoses your thyroid conditions, specifically hyperthyroidism, in which your thyroid produces large amounts of thyroid hormones. For most cases, the T3 test performs with T4 and TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) tests. When do I need this test? Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you see hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). Its symptoms include: Weight loss Difficulty sleeping Anxiety Increased bowel movements Lack of intolerance to heat Fatigue Changes in the heartbeat Shivering in the hands Swelling in eyes Your provider may ask to order T3 tests to observe your T3 levels if you already had experienced thyroid conditions. What is the procedure for the test? Your healthcare provider needs a blood sample for a T3 test. A small needle is inserted into a vein in your arm to collect blood into a test tube. Bandage applies to the vein where the needle injects. You can return home for daily activities. This test does not take time greater than five minutes. How do I need to prepare for the test? Your provider does not ask for specific preparation for this test. You may need to inform your provider about certain medicines you are using. These medicines may raise or lower your T3 levels. Is there any risk in the test? A T3 test has little risk. You may slightly feel the following symptoms at the spot of the vein where the needle injects: Infection Bleeding Bruising Feeling lightheaded What do the test results indicate? The test results depend on the person’s age, gender, medical history, and other factors. Each lab may use different measurement methods. Many medical conditions can lead to high or low levels of T3. High free T3 levels can indicate that you have hyperthyroidism. It can boost your metabolism, which may be harmful to your health. If you have already been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, this test helps to identify its severity. Low T3 levels show that you have hypothyroidism, in which your body does not have the ability to produce recommended thyroid hormone. Your provider compares T3 test results with T4 and TSH tests to see thyroid disease. You can make an online appointment with a doctor to understand your test results at UmbrellaMD. What is the recommended range for this test? The test results in nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL) and picograms per deciliter (pg/dL). The ideal range for total T3 in adults is 80 to 200 ng/dL. The recommended value of free T3 in the blood is 260 to 480 pg/dL. In general, ideal ranges of free T3 for people, such as: For infants aged between 3 to 30 days old - 1.4 to 5.4 picograms per milliliter (pg/mL) For babies 1 month to 1-year-old - 1.5 to 6.4 pg/mL For children 1 to 6 years old - 2.0 to 6.0 pg/mL For children 7 to 11 years old - 2.7 to 5.2 pg/mL For children 12 to 17 years old - 2.3 to 5.0 pg/mL For adults 18 to 99 years old - 2.3 to 4.1 pg/mL What factors may affect the test results? If you take thyroid hormone medicines or specific medicines like methadone, steroids, or estrogen, it may alter the test results. Intake of an iodine-rich diet can also change your test results. What else do I need to know about this test? Your thyroid changes may appear during pregnancy, which is not a big concern. In most cases, T3 may not be recommended for pregnant women. Your provider may suggest this test during pregnancy if you see these Signs of thyroid disease Medical or family history of thyroid disease Having autoimmune disease You can make an online appointment with a doctor at Umbrella Health Care Systems to understand your test results. UmbrellaMD is online healthcare that offers services, including laboratory tests, medical imaging, pharmacies, and e-consultation. Register here to avail the benefits while sitting at home.
Clinical Significance T4 (Thyroxine), Total - For diagnosis of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Preferred Specimen(s) 1 mL serum Alternative Specimen(s) Plasma collected in: Sodium heparin (green-top) or lithium heparin (green-top) tube Minimum Volume 0.5 mL Transport Container Serum Separator Tube (SST®) Transport Temperature Room temperature Specimen Stability Room temperature: 7 days Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 28 days Methodology Immunoassay (IA) Reference Range(s) T4 (Thyroxine), Total Male (mcg/dL) Female (mcg/dL) <1 Month 4.5-17.2 4.5-17.2 1-23 Months 5.9-13.9 5.9-13.9 2-12 Years 5.7-11.6 5.7-11.6 13-20 Years 5.1-10.3 5.3-11.7 >20 Years 4.9-10.5 5.1-11.9 Free T4 Index (T7) 1.4-3.8
Clinical Significance T4 (Thyroxine), Total (REFL) - For diagnosis of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism Preferred Specimen(s) 1 mL serum Alternative Specimen(s) Plasma collected in: Sodium heparin (green-top) or lithium heparin (green-top) tube Minimum Volume 0.5 mL Collection Instructions Note: Free T4 Index (T7) will only be calculated and reported if order code 861 (T3 Uptake) is ordered as well. Transport Container Serum Separator Tube (SST®) Transport Temperature Room temperature Specimen Stability Room temperature: 7 days Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 28 days Includes This is a client specific reflex test. Reflex criteria has been pre-defined by the ordering physician. Additional testing will be performed at an additional charge. Methodology Immunoassay (IA) Reference Range(s) T4 (Thyroxine), Total Male (mcg/dL) Female (mcg/dL) <1 Month 4.5-17.2 4.5-17.2 1-23 Months 5.9-13.9 5.9-13.9 2-12 Years 5.7-11.6 5.7-11.6 13-20 Years 5.1-10.3 5.3-11.7 >20 Years 4.9-10.5 5.1-11.9 Free T4 Index (T7) 1.4-3.8
T4, Free What are the other names for the test? Free thyroxine, Free T4, T4 index, Free T4 concentration, Thyroxine test by equilibrium dialysis, Total T4 concentration, Thyroxine screen What is a T4 (Thyroxine) test? A T4 test is a blood test that measures the thyroxine hormone in your blood. A thyroxine test diagnoses how well your thyroid is working. T4 is commonly known as thyroxine, a thyroid hormone. A low or high level of T in your blood may indicate thyroid disease. A thyroid is a small shaped-gland-like butterfly located in front of your throat. Your thyroid develops hormones, which provides a signal to your body when to utilize the energy. These hormones help to control your Weight Body temperature Strength of the muscle Heart Brain development Nervous system Growth What are the types of T4 in your blood? There are two types of T4 hormone Free T4 - It is the most active type of thyroxine hormone that comes into your body’s tissue when there is a requirement for it. Bound T4 - This type of thyroxine hormone combines with specific proteins that protect it to enter into your tissues. Your provider can measure T4 hormone by free T4 test and a total T4 test. A free T4 test is a direct method to determine the free T4 levels in your blood. This test gives more accurate results compared to a total T4 test. A total T4 test determines free and bound T4 simultaneously. Your provider will do measurement to find the availability of free T4. It is a less accurate method to diagnose your thyroid condition. What is the purpose of T4 test? A thyroxine test indicates to your provider about the conditions of your thyroid. A T4 test in specific cases, often part of a combination of tests known as thyroid panel. It contains a TSH test besides other thyroid tests. This test monitors and diagnoses the thyroid disease, such as Hypothyroidism - It is a condition of underactive thyroid in which your thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Hyperthyroidism - It is a condition of overactive thyroid in which your thyroid gland produces more thyroid hormone than the need. Problems in the pituitary gland - It is a gland located at the center of your brain. It develops TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) that regulates the amount of T4 developed by your thyroid gland. If your TSH test results are not in the ideal range, T4 test helps to diagnose and detect the disorder of your pituitary gland or your thyroid. When do I need a thyroxine test? In general, a TSH test performs first before this test. If the results of the TSH test are not in the recommended range, a T4 test may be conducted. If you have a medical or a family history of thyroid disease, you may need to order a thyroxine test. Your healthcare provider recommends this test if you experience symptoms of hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include Weight gain Fatigue Pain in the joints and muscles Lack of tolerance to cold temperature Decreased heart rate Depression Irregular menstrual period Fertility problems Thin and/or dry hair Constipation Dry skin Following are symptoms of hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid): Anxiety and nervousness Irritability An enlarged thyroid gland known as Goiter Unexpected weight loss when you have an increase in your appetite Muscle weakness Shivering in the hands Lack of tolerance to heat or sweating Increase bowel movements Disturbance in the rate of heartbeat also called Arrhythmia Difficulty sleeping Fatigue What is the procedure of a thyroxine test? Your healthcare provider asks for a blood sample for a thyroxine test. Small needle will insert in a vein in your arm. Small quantity of blood will be collected in a test tube. A bandage applies to your vein. The test does not take time greater than 5 minutes. How do I need to prepare for the test? You may need to stop taking certain medicines that can affect your test results. Your provider will inform you about any specific instructions for the test until you do not need to prepare for the test. If you may need to order additional blood tests, you have to keep fast for at least 7 to 8 hours before the test. Your provider may give special instruction if needed. Is there any risk in the test? A T4 test does not have a risk. You may feel a little pain or bruising at the spot of your vein when your provider injects a needle. But these symptoms do not last for long. What is the recommended range for the test? The test results depend on the person’s age, gender, medical history, and other factors. Your test results may slightly differ among laboratories. Each lab may use different measurement methods. You can schedule an online appointment with your doctor about the understanding of your test results. The ideal range for this test is between 0.8 to 1.8 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL). A higher level of T4 than recommended indicates that your thyroid produces a large amount of T4 hormones in your body. The other signs and symptoms for higher T4 level include Hyperthyroidism that may occur due to Graves’ disease or a medical condition that creates a problem for your thyroid to develop large amount of T4 Thyroiditis, a condition in which Inflammation (burning) of thyroid take place Toxic thyroid nodule, an individual bump on your thyroid that responsible to produce more thyroid hormone Toxic goiter (an enlargement of thyroid that creates large quantity of thyroid hormone) Intake of large amount of iodine in your diet Occurrence of large amount of noncancerous (non-cancer) tumour in your pituitary gland Low levels of T4 in the test than recommended may show the following signs: Hypothyroidism that may occur due to Hashimoto disease or a medical condition that creates a problem for your thyroid to develop less amount of T4 Use of specific medicines that have side effects Congenital hypothyroidism, a condition that creates problems for babies during their birth) If you are looking to place an online order for this lab test, you can visit Umbrella Health Care Systems. What additional tests may I need to conduct along with this test? Your provider may ask for a T3 and TSH hormone test. You may need to take additional blood tests to observe the specific antithyroid antibodies in your blood. What factors may affect the test results? Factors that may change your test results include the use of specific medicine like phenobarbital. Some chronic illnesses like renal failure and cirrhosis of the liver may also affect the test. What else I need to know about a thyroxine test? Hypothyroidism has more chances to develop during or after pregnancy. If you have been diagnosed with thyroid conditions during pregnancy, your healthcare provider will observe your condition as your baby is born. T4 test usually helps to screen for congenital hypothyroidism in newborn babies.
Preferred Specimen(s) 0.3 mL serum Transport Container Serum Separator Tube (SST®) Transport Temperature Room temperature Specimen Stability Room temperature: 14 days Refrigerated: 14 days Frozen: 30 days Methodology Immunoassay (IA) Assay Category This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes. Alternative Name(s) ImmunoCAP®
Preferred Specimen(s) 0.3 mL serum Transport Container Serum Separator Tube (SST®) Transport Temperature Room temperature Specimen Stability Room temperature: 14 days Refrigerated: 14 days Frozen: 30 days Methodology Immunoassay - Analyte Specific Reagents Assay Category This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes. Alternative Name(s) ImmunoCAP®
Testosterone Test (Male) - TOTAL, MS Does this test have other names? Serum testosterone, Testosterone total, MS, free testosterone What is a testosterone test? A testosterone test examines the hormone testosterone in your blood. This test gives you complete number of testosterone in your blood. A testosterone is the vital hormone, which helps in making the male sexual properties and characteristics. In male, the testes is a place that creates testosterone. It develops in the ovaries of female and, in the adrenal glands. Testosterone is a male sex hormone that grow many parts of the body. When a boy is at its puberty, the various changes occur in his body hair, penis, muscles, testes, and in the voice. In male adults, it is a source of creating sperms in the body besides maintain a healthy sex drive. It is as important in female to build their body organs, development of bones and in the growth of the muscles. What are the different types of testosterone test? In general, three types of blood test tells the different type of testosterone. A total testosterone Its use is most common. In this type, testosterone possess the albumin and sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG), which are the two proteins in the blood. A free testosterone This type of testosterone does not have any link with any kind of protein. A bioavailable testosterone It is the combination of free and albumin-bound testosterone. What are the reasons to conduct a serum testosterone test? There are many reasons to conduct the testosterone test for a person. Having low or a high level of testosterone involves a serious problem in both the males and females. In children, it helps in knowing the reason of early or delayed puberty. As the body grows the level of testosterone decreases. Those male that had already passed the puberty stage possess a low testosterone problem. Your doctor may recommend this test if you are experiencing the below listed signs and symptoms. Symptoms and signs of low testosterone in men, such as, Reduction in sex drive Increased breast size Hair fall Arising problem in erectile (Erectile dysfunction) Decreased sperm count and fertility issues Contraction in the muscles Mode swings Stress and anxiety Shrinkage in the size of testicles Soft or weak bones Tiredness Anemia What causes low testosterone in young males? When your testicles does not produce enough testosterone, it lead to reduction in its quantity. Several other causes are: Abuse of alcohol and drug Injury or infection in testicles Cancer treatments with chemotherapy or radiations Use of pain relief medication like opiate Genetic disease like Klinefelter syndrome Pituitary or hypothalamus glands problems The most frequent symptoms of a low testosterone in women include: Difficult to get pregnant Missed or Irregular period Dryness of the vagina Losing interest in sex Weakness of muscles Sleep disorder Thinning of hair Bone disease like osteoporosis Breast tissue problems What causes low testosterone in females? Here are some of the possible causes that lead to low levels of testosterone in females: Usage of different kinds of birth control pills Failure in ovaries Women having a menopause Certain Medication like oral estrogen, opiates, anti-hypertensive, etc. Symptoms of high testosterone in women The high levels of testosterone levels occur in female. Some of the significant symptoms that creates problem include: Ability to lose one or more menstrual period Acne ( accumulation of hair follicles with dead skin cells and oil) Overweight Decreased breast size Lowering of the voice High level of sugar in blood (Type 2 Diabetes) Abnormal growth of hair at the face and in the body Infertility disease Why would a woman have high testosterone? Multiple diseases, which are responsible for high testosterone in women. Some of them include: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – issues in menstrual cycles Female hirsutism Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) – disorder of adrenal glands, which is responsible to flow metabolism. Adrenal gland stores the testosterone hormone. Having a thyroid problem What are the normal testosterone levels? The results of a testosterone test depends on many factors. It include the age of the person, gender, medical history, and other things. Since each lab has their own reference values. Your doctor or healthcare will report and gives you knowledge about your test results. A nano gram per deciliter (ng/dl) is the unit to measure the testosterone level. For men, the normal values in between 270 to 1070 ng/dl. While in women, its value ranges from 15 to 70 ng/dl. These values depend on the age of the person too. If you have a high or low value of the testosterone than the normal, you may lead to reduction in the testosterone level. Testes or ovaries injuries may happen due to the higher value of testosterone. Testosterone helps in growing sexual function of the male. In female, it makes the bone, muscles, and body’s organ to grow. The testes or ovaries injuries may lead to its deficiency. Since its value decreasing with the time in men, therefore, it is better not to take serious tension. In females, during menstrual cycles, decrease of testosterone level is obvious. However, if you are seeing the above symptoms, you may get treatment from your doctor at an early stage. 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Clinical Significance Testosterone, Free (Dialysis) and Total, MS - Helpful in assessing testicular function in prepubescent hypogonadal males and in managing hirsutism, virilization in females. Preferred Specimen(s) 1.8 mL serum collected in a red-top tube (no gel) Alternative Specimen(s) 1.8 mL plasma collected in a sodium heparin (green-top) or lithium heparin (green-top) tube Minimum Volume 0.9 mL Collection Instructions Specify age and sex on test request form Transport Container Transport tube Transport Temperature Room temperature Specimen Stability Room temperature: 7 days Refrigerated: 21 days Frozen: 2 years Reject Criteria Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Serum Separator Tube (SST®) Includes Testosterone, Total, MS and Testosterone, Free (Dialysis) Methodology Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry • Equilibrium Dialysis • Calculation (CALC) Assay Category This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes. Reference Range(s) See Laboratory Report