Centralized Core Laboratory :
Special Chemistry
Test ID/Workstation :
TSHR/SCRED
Tube Type:
Red top (no anticoagulant) tube
Collection Volume:
2.0 mL (minimum 1.5 mL)
Cause for Rejection:
Specimen rejection: Hemolysis, Specimens collected in serum separator tubes unacceptable
Availability:
Mon-Fri (0800-1600)
Methodology:
Chemiluminescent Assay
Special Instructions:
Do not use serum separator tube. Specimen must be in lab by 1300 for same day results. Specimen from a newborn should be drawn 2-3 days after birth.
Additional Info:
Reference range: 0.35-5.50 ulU/mL
CPT Code:
84443, if reflexed 84439
Panel Includes:
TSH with reflex to T4FR
Synonyms:
Thyroid Stim Hormone; Thryotropin (Stim) Hormone
Test ID/Workstation :
TSHR/SCRED
Tube Type:
Red top (no anticoagulant) tube
Collection Volume:
2.0 mL (minimum 1.5 mL)
Cause for Rejection:
Specimen rejection: Hemolysis, Specimens collected in serum separator tubes unacceptable
Availability:
Mon-Fri (0800-1600)
Methodology:
Chemiluminescent Assay
Special Instructions:
Do not use serum separator tube. Specimen must be in lab by 1300 for same day results. Specimen from a newborn should be drawn 2-3 days after birth.
Additional Info:
Reference range: 0.35-5.50 ulU/mL
CPT Code:
84443, if reflexed 84439
Panel Includes:
TSH with reflex to T4FR
Synonyms:
Thyroid Stim Hormone; Thryotropin (Stim) Hormone
