FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)

Department:
Biochemistry

Analytical Range:
0.1 - 200 IU/L

Time Limit for Add on Tests:
4 days

Target Turnaround time:
1 working day

Further Information from LabTestsOnline

Tube Type:
Serum (Gold Top)

Availability:
North Devon District Hospital (Mon-Fri)

Reference Range:
Female
<1 year
1 years – <5 years
5 years – <10 years
10 years – <15 years
Follicular
Midcycle
Luteal
Post-Menopausal
Male
<1 year
1 years – <5 years
5 years – <10 years
10 years – <15 years
15 years – <18 years
18+ years
.
1.2 – 12.5 IU/L
0.5 – 6 IU/L
0.9 – 8.9 IU/L
0.7 – 9.6 IU/L
3.5 – 12.5 IU/L
4.7 – 21.5 IU/L
1.7 – 7.7 IU/L
25.8 – 134.8 IU/L
.
<3.3 IU/L
<1.9 IU/L
<2.3 IU/L
0.6 – 6.9 IU/L
0.7 – 9.6 IU/L
1.5 – 12.4 IU/L

Patient preparation:
If taking supplements, do not take in the 8 hours prior to blood test - they may contain agents which affect the analysis

Last updated: November 27, 2020