Markedly elevated in patients with congenital adrenal hyperplasia; evaluate hirsutism or infertility; assess or rule out certain adrenal or ovarian tumors with endocrine activity.
This test may sometimes be ordered in older children or adults when the milder form of CAH (late-onset) is suspected. The 17-OHP test may also be conducted when a female is experiencing symptoms, possibly due to CAH or PCOS. Symptoms may include:
- Excess facial and body hair (hirsutism)
- Lack of or irregular menstrual periods (menses)
- Development of male secondary sex characteristics
- Infertility
Testing may be performed on boys or men when they experience:
- Early (precocious) puberty
- Infertility
When a person has been diagnosed with 21-hydroxylase deficiency, then a 17-OHP test may be ordered periodically to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
LC Sample ReportQD Sample ReportTest Code(s):
070085, 17180
Also Known As: Progesterone 17-OH; 17-OHP; 17-OH Progesterone Blood Test, LC/MS-MS
Preparation:No special preparation required.
Test Results:
3-7 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays. At this time, the lab is experiencing delays, which could add 5-7 days to the normal turnaround time for results.
