Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone
General Information
| Name | Information |
|---|---|
| Code: | T209 |
| Test Name, Short: | TSH |
| A.K.A.: | TSH |
| Matrix: | Serum |
| Turnaround Time: | Daily |
| Analytical Method: | two-site sandwich immunoassay using direct chemiluminometric technology |
| Reportable - Test Results Type: | Quantitative |
| Units - Conventional: | μIU/mL |
Specimen Information
| Name | Information |
|---|---|
| Min. Volume: | 200 μL |
| Preferred Volume: | 500 µL |
| Rejection Criteria: | Improper labeling, Improper sample handling, Wrong sample type, Outside of stability, Inadequate specimen volume received, or Hemolyzed specimens. |
| Collection Instructions: | See blood collections |
| Collection Patient Prep: | NA |
| Container: | SST - Collection Light protected Transport tube |
| Shipping Temperature: | Ambient |