Sex Hormone Binding Globulin
Alternate Names
082016 LC, Testosterone-binding Globulin
SoftLab Order Code
SHBG
Epic Order Name
SEX HORM BINDING GLOB, REF LAB LC 082016
Epic Order ID
LAB3271
Laboratory
Reference Lab
Sample Type
Serum
Collection Container
SST (Gold Top Serum Separator Tube)
Alternative Collection Container
RST -(Orange Rapid Serum Tube)
Red/Black Speckle Top (Serum Tube)
Plain Red (Gel tube is preferred)
Collecting Volume
2.0 mL
Minimum Collecting Volume
1.4 mL - (Does not allow for repeat testing)
Storage or Stability
Ambient
Causes for Rejection
Citrate plasma specimen; EDTA plasma specimen; improper labeling
Patient Preparation
No biotin for 72 hrs prior to testing