TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) 3RD Generation | |
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Test Code: 152 | Specimen Collection: Serum |
Component: TSH | Method: IA |
Collection Notes: Serum and plasma (EDTA and Heparin) are the recommended sample types for this assay. | |
Clinical Utility: TSH is high in primary hypothyroidism, and low in hyperthyroidism. | |
CPT Code: 84443 | Testing Location: AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Serum (1 mL) Ambient 24 Hours Refrigerated 5 Days Frozen 30 Days Plasma (1 mL), heparin or EDTA Ambient 24 Hours Refrigerated 5 Days Frozen 30 Days |