T4
Synonyms: | THYROXINE, TOTAL |
Computer Code: | (T4) |
Specimen Collection: | 3 mL blood (light green top (Li Heparin) preferred. Red/gold acceptable). |
Minimum Volume: | 1 mL |
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | If red or gold top, allow to clot. All tube types should be centrifuged for 20 minutes and refrigerated. Serum must be removed from red top tube. Min 0.5 mL serum/plasma. |
Reference Values: | >18 yrs: 4.5-12.5 UG/DL |
Lab Code: | Chemistry |
Requisition: | SPEC C |
Test Frequency: | Daily |
Routine TAT: | 4 hrs |
Stat TAT: | 60 min |
CPT Code(s): | 84436 |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |