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Estrogen Metabolism Index

DESCRIPTION: This test assesses hydroxyestrogens in urine, providing a rapid, convenient way to evaluate clinical interventions (including hormone therapy, diet, and lifestyle changes) aimed at optimizing estrogen metabolism.

ANALYTE LIST: 
2-Hydroxyestrone
16α-hydroxyestrone
4-Hydroxyestrone
2:16 Ratio

Turn Around Time: 14 Days

Specimen Requirements: 120ml Aliquot of urine (first morning void)

Kit Instructions: 

fmv_patient_instruction.pdf

CPT Codes: 

82671    name: 2-Hydroxyestrone
82671    name: 16α-hydroxyestrone
82671    name: 4-Hydroxyestrone

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