Prolactin
| Alternate Names | PRL |
| Ordering Recommendation | Used in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the anterior pituitary gland or the hypothalamus. Hyperprolactinemia often results in galactorrhea, amenorrhea, and infertility in females, and in impotence and hypogonadism in males. |
| Specimen | Lithium Heparin Plasma |
| Container Type | Green Top Tube
|
| Methodology | Chemiluminescence |
| Reference Range | Male: 2.1-17.7 ng/mL
Female: |
| Stability | 8 days |
| Transport Temp | Refrigerate 2°-8° C |
| Instructions | None |
| Days Performed | Daily |
| Report Available | 1-3 days |
| NY State Available | Yes |
| LOINC | 2842-3 |
| CPT Code | 84146 |
