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Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

PROLACTIN

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

Lithium Heparin (with Gel)
SST

Adults Volume or Mass:

5 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

2 mL

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

24/7

MBS Rebatable:

Yes

MBS Item No.:

66695

Billing Information:

Also MBS Item Nos. 66697, 66698, 66701 and 66704

Additional Notes:

Test is performed on Abbott Alinity

Reference Ranges:

Male: 73—306 mU/L
Female: 65—450 mU/L