Specimen Requirements
Title
Estrone
Specimen Requirement
Collect red top/1.0 mL serum and send.
Methodology
Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Stability
Room temp: 8 hours, Refrigerated: 7 days, Frozen: 30 days
Reference Range
The reference range is determined by the performing laboratory and will show on the report.
Turnaround
2-6 days performed Monday and Thursday
Clinical Use
Evaluate postmenopausal vaginal bleeding due to peripheral conversion of androgenic steroids. Increased estrone levels may be associated with increased levels of circulating androgens and their subsequent peripheral conversion.
Test Code
EST