Sex Hormone Binding Globulin

Alternate Name: SHBG_Roche

SAL Code:

1048

CPT:

84270

Loinc:

13967-5

Units:

nmol/L

Department:

Endocrinology

Methodology:

Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)

Specimen Requirements:

Primary Tube:

SST

Primary Substance:

Serum

Additional Information:

Special Instructions
This test may exhibit interference when sample is collected from a person who is consuming a supplement with a high dose of biotin (also termed as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H, or coenzyme
R). It is recommended to ask all patients who may be indicated for this test about biotin supplementation. Patients should be cautioned to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of a sample.

Test Information:

Components: