Oestradiol
Oestradiol is useful in the differential diagnosis of disorders of puberty. It is of little use in the management of the menopause. Oestradiol assays suffer from interference by a number of oestrogen like molecules. If oestradiol results cannot be explained, contact the laboratory for details of organic extraction assay (sensitive oestradiol).
| Tube | 01 (SE) - Serum Gel |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0085 |
| Additional Information | A low oestradiol with raised gonadotrophins (particularly FSH) is indicative of primary ovarian failure or the menopause. PLEASE NOTE: TEST CAN ONLY BE ADDED TO A SAMPLE WITHIN 8 HOURS OF COLLECTION |
| Turn Around | A&E: N/A Day Case: N/A In-Patient: 72 Hours Out-Patient: 72 Hours GP: 72 Hours |
| Send to | Blood Sciences Cross Site |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Collection Con | Minimum volume - 500µl serum / plasma Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing- No special requirements |
| Sample REQ | Blood |
| Ref. Range Notes | Blood Sciences reference ranges are available through the useful information and links page: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/a-z-of-services/pathology/blood-sciences/useful-information-and-links/ |
| Units | pmol/L |
| Telepath | OEST2L |
| ICE Codes | LOEST |
