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Clinical Biochemistry

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Parathyroid Hormone

Also known as: PTH, Intact PTH, Parathormone

Specimen requirements

Sample type: Plasma (EDTA)

Collection requirements: Specimen must be separated and frozen within 36 hours of collection

Cost

Price on application

Turnaround time

Please see Turnaround times

Analytical method

Immunoassay - Direct / Sandwich

Analysis undertaken at these site(s)

  • John Radcliffe Hospital
  • Churchill Hospital
  • Horton General Hospital

Reference intervals

Males and females:
0-18 years: 1.6-7.2 pmol/L
>18 years: 3.0-12.0 pmol/L

Last reviewed:23 April 2025