An audit of the measurement and reporting of male testosterone levels in UK clinical biochemistry laboratories.

Mark LivingstonPaul DownieGeoffrey I HackettRachel MarringtonAdrian H HealdSudarshan Ramachandran

Published in: International journal of clinical practice (2020)

Our survey has highlighted inconsistencies that could lead to HG (and other conditions requiring measurement of TT) not being managed appropriately. The results from this survey and from UK NEQAS reinforce the requirement for action to be considered regarding the standardisation of testosterone assays and harmonisation of laboratory practice.

Keyphrases

cross sectional
replacement therapy
primary care
healthcare
high throughput
emergency department
adverse drug
fluorescent probe
living cells