CPT Code(s)

83001 (x9)

Methodology

Immunoassay

Reference Range(s)

Children (<18 years old):
FSH reference ranges established on post-pubertal patient population.
Reference range not established for pre-pubertal patients using this
assay. For pre-pubertal patients, the Quest Diagnostics FSH, Pediatrics assay is recommended (test code 36087).

Clinical Significance

This test is useful in the differential diagnosis of pituitary and gonadal insufficiency and in children with precocious puberty.