FSH and LH
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Serum
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test measures the levels of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) in the body. These hormones are crucial for the normal functioning of male and female reproductive systems. They are produced by the anterior pituitary gland in response to signals from the hypothalamus. The balance of these hormones is essential for reproductive health, and any imbalance can indicate various medical conditions.
- Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
- Menopause and primary ovarian issues in females
- Primary hypogonadism in males
- Polycystic ovary disease in females
- Primary hypergonadism in both males and females
What type of sample is required for this test?
2–5 business days
Male 1.4-12.8 mIU/mL
Female
Follicular Phase 2.5-10.2 mIU/mL
Mid-Cycle Peak 3.1-17.7 mIU/mL
Luteal Phase 1.5- 9.1 mIU/mL
Postmenopausal 23.0-116.3 mIU/mL
LH
Male
18-59 Years 1.5-9.3 mIU/mL
≥60 Years 1.6-15.2 mIU/mL
Female
Follicular Phase 1.9-12.5 mIU/mL
Mid-Cycle Peak 8.7-76.3 mIU/mL
Luteal Phase 0.5-16.9 mIU/mL
Postmenopausal 10.0-54.7 mIU/mL
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
- Preferred Specimen(s): 2 mL serum
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 1 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
- Transport Container: Serum separator tube (SST)
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 7 days
- Refrigerated: 7 days
- Frozen: 28 days
- Reject Criteria: NA
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
