Testosterone, Free, Bioavailable and Total, MS
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Serum
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
Helpful in assessing testicular function in males and managing hirsutism, virilization in females.
- Testosterone, Free
- Albumin
- Testosterone, Total
- Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG)
- Testosterone, Bioavailable
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Testosterone, Free, Bioavailable and Total, MS
This test is crucial for evaluating testicular function in males and for managing conditions like hirsutism and virilization in females. It measures the levels of free, bioavailable, and total testosterone in the body, providing comprehensive insights into an individual's hormonal balance.
This test is crucial for evaluating testicular function in males and for managing conditions like hirsutism and virilization in females. It measures the levels of free, bioavailable, and total testosterone in the body, providing comprehensive insights into an individual's hormonal balance.
Who should consider this test?
This test is particularly useful for individuals experiencing symptoms related to hormonal imbalances such as:
- Low sex drive
- Erectile dysfunction in males
- Excessive hair growth in females
- Menstrual irregularities in females
- Decreased muscle mass
- Mood changes
What type of sample is required for this test?
2.8 mL of serum collected in a red-top tube (no gel).
Proper collection is crucial for accurate results.
Proper collection is crucial for accurate results.
3–5 business days
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
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 2.8 mL serum
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 1.3 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Transport tube
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 7 days
- Refrigerated: 7 days
- Frozen: 28 days
- Reject Criteria:
- Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
