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Test Code LAB5333 Thyroglobulin Antibody

Performing Lab

Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Ordering Recommendations

Initial testing as a part of evaluating suspected interference from heterophile antibodies causing a falsely elevated thyroglobulin result

 

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 Indefinite

 

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