T3, ESL

Synonyms: Triiodothyronine
Computer Code: (RT3E)
Specimen Collection: 5 mL blood (red top tube). Send immediately to Special Chemistry.
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Allow to clot, centrifuge, remove serum, freeze. Separate within 1 hour of collection. Min 1 mL serum.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 7 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 84480
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII