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HelpTest Code THYRAB Thyroid Antibodies
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
GRN-PSTCollection Instructions
Collect specimen in SST tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into plastic vial and refrigerate. Avoid hemolysis of specimen.
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1.5 mL
Testing Volume
0.5 mL (500 ul)
Rejection Criteria
Improper labeling; Excessive hemolysis;
Specimen Storage and Stability
Refrigerate serum.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
Alias
Microsomal Antibody;Thyroglobulin (Tg) Antibody;Thyroid Autoantibodies;Thyroid Epithelial Antibody; Antithyroglobulin Antibody;Antimicrosomal Antibody;Antithyroid Antibodies;Thyroid Microsomal Antibody;Thyroid Thyroglobulin Antibody;Thyroid Antibody;
Ordering Info
Significant interference from biotin can be observed with this assay. It is recommended that patients refrain from taking any supplements containing biotin for 24 hours before having this test drawn. TEST INCLUDES: Thyroperoxidase and Thyroglobulin antibodyEPIC Code
LAB2517
Acceptable Collection Container
GRN-PST, SST, R-NoGel
Turn Around Time
24 hrs
Lab Department
Chemistry