Test Code PRGST Progesterone
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SSTCollection Instructions
Routine venipuncture
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Rejection Criteria
Inadequate labeling, improper collection, hemolysis
Specimen Storage and Stability
Stable up to 48 hours at 2-8 C
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, 24 hours
Alias
Progesterone; Progest;
EPIC Code
LAB529
Acceptable Collection Container
SST, R-NoGel
Turn Around Time
24 hours
Lab Department
Chemistry