Test Directory

Progesterone

Loinc

Expected Turnaround

24 hours

Information

The determination of progesterone is utilized in fertility diagnosis for the detection of ovulation and assessment of the luteal phase.

Collection Information

Methodology

Electrochemiluminescence-immunoassay (ECLIA)

Limitations

In rare cases, interference due to extremely high titers of antibodies to analyte‑specific antibodies, streptavidin or ruthenium can occur. These effects are minimized by suitable test design.

Rejection Criteria

Lipemic Specimens

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated- 5 days Frozen: 6 months

Alias

Progesterone

Container Type

Serum, gel separator, SST, 24 hour Urine (no additives)

Minimum Volume

1 ML

Age Range

0 - 999

Sex

Units of Measure

Reference Range

Panic Range