17a-hydroxy-Progesterone

Test information: Diagnosis and monitoring of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) in children and adults. Blood should be taken before the first morning dose of corticosteroids.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Clear - Plain;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

1ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Neonates: Please take after 48 hours post birth. All Patients: Early morning sample. Before any emergency administration of corticosteroids.

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Please see the report.

UKAS number

8483

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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