Anti-Thyroglobulin Antibody
Test Code
THYR
Description
Collect
Collect in a plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum Volume: 0.5mL serum
Unacceptable Conditions
Plasma, microbially contaminated, heat treated, or specimens with visible particulates should not be used. Addition of azide or other preservatives may adversely effect results. Lipemic or grossly hemolyzed serum should be avoided.
Storage Transport Temp
Frozen. Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Up to 8 hours ambient or 48 hours refrigerated at 2-8°C. Freeze at or below -20°C for longer storage or shipping.
Performed
Tue
Methodology
ELISA
Turnaround Time
7-9 days
Department
Immunology Lab - Diagnostic
Synonyms
ELISA (Anti Thyroglobulin Ab);ATG
Related Tests
TPO
Reference Interval
Negative = <0.6
Weak Positive =0.6-1.0
Moderate to Strong Positive >1.0
CPT Code
86800