DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE (DHT), SALIVA LC-MS/MS | |
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Test Code: S29 | Specimen Collection: Saliva |
Component: Dihydrotestosterone | Method: LC/MS/MS |
Collection Notes: Follow instructions located in the Saliva Test Kit (instructions and collection tubes are within the kit). Transport at room temperature. | |
Clinical Utility: DHT is the primary contributing factor in male-pattern baldness. Salivary DHT represents the unbound serum fraction of DHT therefore levels are lower than serum levels. Patients using transdermal testosterone or DHT creams may have high DHT levels. | |
CPT Code: 80327 | Testing Location: AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Saliva (follow Kit instructions) Ambient 5 Days Refrigerated 28 Days Frozen 90 Days |