Serum in plain tube (red top) or SST tube (yellow top) or in a separation vial. Centrifuge tubes within 1 hour. Separate centrifuged serum in plain tubes within 1 hour.
Clinical Utility
Assessment of ovarian reserve/ fertility potential e.g. in patients suspected to have premature ovarian failure or undergoing assisted reproduction / IVF. Assessment of ambiguous genitalia and other disorders of sexual development (DSD). Male fertility assessment. Levels may be increased in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).