SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin)

Department:
Biochemistry

Analytical Range:
0.35 - 2000 nmol/L

Time Limit for Add on Tests:
4 days

Target Turnaround time:
4 working days

Further Information from LabTestsOnline

Tube Type:
Serum (Gold Top)

Availability:
North Devon District Hospital (Mon-Fri)

Reference Range:
Female
<20 years
20 years – 49 years
50+ years
Male
<20 years
20 years – 49 years
50+ years		.
No range available
24.6 - 122 nmol/L
17.3 - 125 nmol/L
.
No range available
16.5 - 55.9 nmol/L
19.3 - 76.4 nmol/L

Patient preparation:
If taking supplements which may contain Biotin (Vitamin B7), do not take in the 8 hours prior to blood test - they may contain agents which affect the analysis

Last updated: March 3, 2021