Progesterone

Test information: Most commonly, progesterone is requested during the investigation of infertility, to look for the presence of ovulation. It may also be used to help diagnose an ectopic or failing pregnancy or in the investigation of abnormal uterine bleeding.

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

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

7 days prior onset of menses

Maximum add on time

5 days

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

nmol/L cycle dependant Anovulation - <15 nmol/L Possible Ovulation - 15-30 nmol/L Ovulation - >30 nmol/L

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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