Thyroid Panel
Test Code
THYRP
Description
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.5mL serum
Unacceptable Conditions
Grossly hemolyzed specimens, more than one freeze/thaw cycle.
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Send frozen serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Refer to individual components
Notes
This panel includes the following components: T4, T3UP, & FTI
Performed
Mon-Fri
Methodology
See individual components
Turnaround Time
Results same day if samples are received Mon & Thurs prior to 6PM; 48-72 hours
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
T4 (Thyroxine, total, serum), T3 Uptake, Thyroid Panel, Thyroid; THYRP
Reference Interval
See individual components
CPT Code
84436, 84479