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Test Code LAB137 T3, Free

Performing Lab

Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Ordering Recommendations

A second- or third-level test of thyroid function

Confirmation of hyperthyroidism, supplementing the T4 (tetraiodothyronine), sensitive thyrotropin, and total T3 assays

Evaluating clinically euthyroid patients who have an altered distribution of binding proteins

Collect

Heparinized Plasma or Serum

Collection Device

Green or Gold Top Tube

Specimen Volume

5 mL

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Room Temp 8 Hours
Refrigerated 48 Hours
Frozen Indefinately

Storage/Transport Temperature

Room Temp, Refrigerated, Frozen

Minimum Requirements

0.5 mL

Methodology

Chemiluminescence

Start Date

9/13/2017

Last Review Date

7/13/25 ES

Specimen Handling

Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection.

Remarks

TURN AROUND TIME

STAT 1 Hour
Routine 8 Hours