Test Code LAB529 Progesterone
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Note: Do not confuse with less commonly ordered test #8352 17-Hydroxyprogesterone, Serum.
Literature References:
1. Package insert: Progesterone, Roche Diagnostics 10/2020.
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint green top
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Reference Values
Male: <0.15 ng/mL
Female:
Follicular: <0.20 ng/mL
Luteal: 4.1 – 14.5 ng/mL
Ovulation: <4.1 ng/mL
1st Trimester: 11.0 – 44.0 ng/mL
2nd Trimester: 25.0 – 83.0 ng/mL
3rd Trimester: 59.0 – 214.0 ng/mL
Postmenopausal: <0.13 ng/mL
Literature Reference:
Package insert: Progesterone, Roche Diagnostics 10/2020.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour after receipt in laboratory
Routine: 2-4 hours after receipt in laboratory
Test Classification and CPT Coding
84144
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Alternate Tube:
Plain red top
Purple top (K2 & K3 EDTA)
Analyte Stability:
See Analyte Stability Chart in Special Instructions.
Laboratory Processing Instructions:
Test performed in BJH Core lab. Processed by automated line for delivery to the Cobas 8000. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 5 days.
Special Instructions
LOINC Code Information
Name | LOINC Code |
Progesterone, Serum | 2839-9 |