R89: Abnormal findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues

R89.1: Abnormal findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues : abnormal level of hormones

In the body there are various glands that produce hormones. Hormones are important messengers. They carry information between various organs. In this way, hormones control many bodily functions.

Changes in the sample can be an indication of a disease. The results can also depend on factors like when the sample is taken or how the sample is stored until it is examined.