Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)
SHBG is strongly regulated by nutritional status, insulin and thyroid hormones. Its measurement in hyperandrogenised women probably acts as an indirect index of insulin resistance but does not have any direct diagnostic utility.
| Tube | 01 (SE) - Serum Gel |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0109 |
| Additional Information | |
| Turn Around | A&E: N/A Day Case: N/A In-Patient: N/A Out-Patient: 240 Hours GP: 240 Hours |
| Send to | Blood Sciences LGI |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Collection Con | Minimum volume - 250µl 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 | nmol/L |
| Telepath | SHBG2L |
| ICE Codes | LSHBG |
