Hormonal Tests

The department provides a comprehensive range of hormone investigations, including: Thyroid Function Tests

• TSH
• Free T4 (FT4)
• Free T3 (FT3)
• Total T4
• Total T3
• Thyroid antibodies, where available and clinically indicated

Reproductive & Fertility Hormones

• FSH
• LH
• Prolactin
• Estradiol (E2)
• Progesterone
• Testosterone
• Free Testosterone, where available
• AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone)
• SHBG, where available

Adrenal & Related Hormones

• Cortisol
• ACTH, where available
• DHEA-S, where available

Metabolic & Growth-Related Hormones

• Insulin
• C-Peptide
• Growth Hormone (GH)
• IGF-1, where available

Pregnancy-Related Testing

• β-hCG
• Other pregnancy-related hormonal investigations according to clinical requirements

Hormonal Testing for Clinical Conditions

Hormonal investigations may assist in the evaluation of:

• Thyroid disorders
• Infertility
• Menstrual irregularities
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• Male reproductive and hormonal disorders
• Pregnancy-related conditions
• Menopausal and perimenopausal changes
• Adrenal disorders
• Growth and developmental disorders
• Metabolic and endocrine abnormalities

Specimens

Most hormonal investigations are performed using:

• Serum
• Plasma, for selected tests
• Other specimens according to the specific test requirements

Some hormone tests may require specific timing in relation to the menstrual cycle, time of day, fasting status, or medication use. Patients should follow the physician’s or laboratory’s instructions before sample collection.

Laboratory Equipment & Technology

The department is supported by modern immunoassay technology, including:

• Automated Immunoassay Analyzer
• Automated hormone testing systems
• Calibrators and quality-control materials
• Centrifuges and supporting sample-processing equipment
• Laboratory information and reporting systems

Testing Workflow

Patient Preparation → Sample Collection → Sample Processing → Hormonal Analysis → Quality Control → Result Verification → Laboratory Report

Quality Control

Hormonal assays are performed using standardized procedures with appropriate calibration and internal quality-control measures to help ensure accurate and reliable results.

Reporting

Hormone results are reported with appropriate reference ranges. Interpretation may depend on factors such as age, sex, pregnancy status, menstrual-cycle phase, time of sample collection, and clinical condition.