LH

Description

Also known as:
Luteinizing Hormone
Lutropin
Interstitial Cell Stimulating Hormone
ICSH

Main purpose of the LH test:
To evaluate fertility issues or the health of reproductive organs (ovaries or testicles)
To determine whether a woman has ovulated (released an egg from the ovary)
To evaluate pituitary function
To evaluate early or delayed puberty in children

Sample Required:
Serum

Test Preparation Required:
None