Macroprolactin is a high molecular weight IgG-prolactin complex which has reduced bioactivity. Investigation is by a laboratory generated test for otherwise unexplained hyperprolactinaemia.
Tube
01 (SE) Serum Gel
ID
Tests&Tubes0079
Additional Information
Macroprolactin is processed at LGI or SJUH (depending on site where origanl sample is analysed). Samples only tested as send aways at the discretion of the Duty Officer if results are indeterminate.
Turn Around
A&E: N/A
Day Case: 168 Hours
In-Patient: 168 Hours
Out-Patient: 168 Hours
GP: N/A
Sent to
Blood Sciences Cross Site
Contact
For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: [email protected].
Collection Con
Minimum volume – 1ml serum / plasma
Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing – No special requirements
Sample REQ
Serum
Ref. Range Notes
Units
Mu/L