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Macroprolactin

Ordering information:

On request, as an add-on only. Only performed if Total Prolactin is greater than the upper limit of normal. 

Alternate names:
Big Prolactin, MacroPrl, Macroprol
Laboratory:
Biochemistry
Specimen types:
Serum
Container types:
Serum tube with gelSerum tube with gel
Minimum Adult Volume:
3 mL
Paediatric Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Frequency:
Daily
Result Turnaround Time:
7-10 hours
Laboratory Use Only
Laboratory Notes:

Macroprolactin is investigated through PEG precipitation of macroprolactin, and measurement of monomeric prolactin in the supernatant. Handle as per Prolactin