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HelpTest Code 17OHPM 17-Hydroxyprogesterone, Serum
Additional Codes
| EPIC EAP | Mayo Code |
|---|---|
| LAB720 | OHPG |
Reporting Name
17-Hydroxyprogesterone, SUseful For
Screening test for congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), caused by either 11- or 21-hydroxylase deficiency, when used in combination with testing for cortisol and androstenedione
As part of a battery of tests to evaluate women with hirsutism or infertility
Method Name
Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum RedOrdering Guidance
The preferred screening test for congenital adrenal hyperplasia caused by 21-hydroxylase deficiency is CAH21 / Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) Profile for 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency, Serum, which allows the simultaneous determination of 17-hydroxyprogesterone, androstenedione, and cortisol.
Necessary Information
Patient's age and sex are required.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.6 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Special Instructions
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
83498
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| OHPG | 17-Hydroxyprogesterone, S | 1668-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9231 | 17-Hydroxyprogesterone, S | 1668-3 |
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Report Available
2 to 5 daysForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send General Test Request (T239) with the specimen.