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HelpTest Code LAB858 TPO, Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Ordering Recommendations
Aiding in the diagnosis of thyroid autoimmune disorders.
Differentiating thyroid autoimmune disorders from nonautoimmune goiter or hypothyroidism.
As a diagnostic tool in deciding whether to treat a patient who has subclinical hypothyroidism.
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 or 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 |