Testosterone, Total, MS
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Serum
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test is particularly useful for individuals experiencing symptoms related to abnormal testosterone levels.
- Testosterone, Total
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Details
Testosterone, Total, MS - This test is crucial for evaluating testicular function in males and for managing conditions like hirsutism and virilization in females. It provides essential insights into the body's testosterone levels.
What patients is this test right for?
This test is particularly useful for individuals experiencing symptoms related to abnormal testosterone levels.
High Testosterone Symptoms in Males:
- Acne or oily skin
- Excessive hair growth
- Increased muscle mass
- Mood changes
High Testosterone Symptoms in Females:
- Hirsutism (excessive hair growth)
- Deepening of the voice
- Irregular menstrual cycles
- Increased muscle mass
What type of sample is required for this test?
1 mL of serum is needed, collected in a red-top tube (no gel).
Test Resources
2–5 business days
Age Males (ng/dL) Females (ng/dL)
Cord Blood* 17-61 16-44
1-10 Days* ≤187 ≤24
11-30 Days Not established Not established
1-2 Months* 72-344 ≤17
3-4 Months* ≤201 ≤12
5-6 Months* ≤59 ≤13
7-11 Months* ≤16 ≤11
1-5 Years ≤5 ≤8
6-7 Years ≤25 ≤20
8-10 Years ≤42 ≤35
11 Years ≤260 ≤40
12-13 Years ≤420 ≤40
14-17 Years ≤1000 ≤40
≥18 Years 250-1100 2-45
*Data from J Clin Invest 1974;53:819-828 and J Clin Endocrinol Metab 1973;36:1132-1142
Cord Blood* 17-61 16-44
1-10 Days* ≤187 ≤24
11-30 Days Not established Not established
1-2 Months* 72-344 ≤17
3-4 Months* ≤201 ≤12
5-6 Months* ≤59 ≤13
7-11 Months* ≤16 ≤11
1-5 Years ≤5 ≤8
6-7 Years ≤25 ≤20
8-10 Years ≤42 ≤35
11 Years ≤260 ≤40
12-13 Years ≤420 ≤40
14-17 Years ≤1000 ≤40
≥18 Years 250-1100 2-45
*Data from J Clin Invest 1974;53:819-828 and J Clin Endocrinol Metab 1973;36:1132-1142
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): 1 mL serum
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Transport tube
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 7 days
- Refrigerated: 21 days
- Frozen: 2 years
- 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
