FSH and LH Stimulation by Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) Test
Test Name: FSH and LH Stimulation by Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) Test
Components: 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST for each timed specimen
Price: 940.0 AED
Sample Condition: Draw fasting baseline specimen; administer GnRH 2.5 ug/kg body weight (100 ug maximum) as IV bolus; draw additional specimens at 30, 45 & 60 min. for FSH and LH. Ship refrigerated or frozen. All containers must be clearly marked with time drawn and submitted with one test request form.
Report Delivery: Daily
Method: Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Test Type: Disorders of Endocrine System
Doctor: Endocrinologist
Test Department: DNA Labs UAE
Pre Test Information: Overnight fasting is mandatory.
Test Details
The FSH & LH stimulation test is a diagnostic test that measures the response of the pituitary gland to gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). GnRH is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus that stimulates the release of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) from the pituitary gland.
During the test, a baseline blood sample is taken to measure the levels of FSH and LH. Then, a synthetic form of GnRH is administered either through an injection or nasal spray. Additional blood samples are taken at specific time intervals, usually every 15-30 minutes, to measure the levels of FSH and LH in response to the GnRH stimulation.
The FSH & LH stimulation test is commonly used to evaluate the function of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, which is responsible for regulating the production of sex hormones and the menstrual cycle in women. It can help diagnose and differentiate between various hormonal disorders, such as hypothalamic or pituitary dysfunction, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and primary ovarian failure.
Interpretation of the test results depends on the specific hormone levels and their response to GnRH stimulation. Normal results indicate a normal hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis function, while abnormal results may suggest a dysfunction at different levels of the axis.
It is important to note that the FSH & LH stimulation test should be performed and interpreted by a healthcare professional, as it requires specialized knowledge and expertise. The test may also have certain contraindications and risks, so it should only be performed when clinically indicated and under medical supervision.
| Test Name | FSH and LH STIMULATION BY GONADOTROPIN RELEASING HORMONE GnRH Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 940.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serumfrom 1 SST for each timedspecimen . Draw fasting baseline specimen; administer GnRH 2.5 ug\/kg body weight (100 ug maximum) as IV bolus; draw additional specimens at 30, 45 & 60 min. for FSH and LH. Ship refrigerated or frozen. All containers must be clearly marked with time drawn and submitted with one test request form. |
| Report Delivery | Daily |
| Method | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Test type | Disorders of Endocrine System |
| Doctor | Endocrinologist |
| Test Department: | |
| Pre Test Information | Overnight fasting is mandatory. |
| Test Details |
The FSH & LH stimulation test is a diagnostic test that measures the response of the pituitary gland to gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). GnRH is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus that stimulates the release of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) from the pituitary gland. During the test, a baseline blood sample is taken to measure the levels of FSH and LH. Then, a synthetic form of GnRH is administered either through an injection or nasal spray. Additional blood samples are taken at specific time intervals, usually every 15-30 minutes, to measure the levels of FSH and LH in response to the GnRH stimulation. The FSH & LH stimulation test is commonly used to evaluate the function of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, which is responsible for regulating the production of sex hormones and the menstrual cycle in women. It can help diagnose and differentiate between various hormonal disorders, such as hypothalamic or pituitary dysfunction, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and primary ovarian failure. Interpretation of the test results depends on the specific hormone levels and their response to GnRH stimulation. Normal results indicate a normal hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis function, while abnormal results may suggest a dysfunction at different levels of the axis. It is important to note that the FSH & LH stimulation test should be performed and interpreted by a healthcare professional, as it requires specialized knowledge and expertise. The test may also have certain contraindications and risks, so it should only be performed when clinically indicated and under medical supervision. |
