GROWTH HORMONE SERUM
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: GH
UPHSM LIS Test #: 6310
Schedule:
Testing Time:
Testing Lab: Labcorp
UPHSM LIS Test #: 6310
Schedule:
Testing Time:
Testing Lab: Labcorp
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 0.8 mL
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Collection: If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube. Label tube with time of collection and patient's name.
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Collection: If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube. Label tube with time of collection and patient's name.
Methods
Immunochemiluminometric assay (ICMA)
Clinical Utilities
Pituitary function test useful in the diagnosis of hypothalamic disorder, hypopituitarism, acromegaly, and ectopic growth hormone production by neoplasm.
CPT Codes
83003 (per specimen)
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
