Test Code TSHF4 TSH W-FREE T4 REFLEX
Clinical Indications
N/A
Additional Test Codes
Epic Order Name: TSH with Free T4 Reflex
Sunquest Order Code: TSHF4
Epic Px Code: LAB2718
Specimen Collection Type
Preferred: Mint
Acceptable: Gold
Minimum Collection Volume
1.5 mL whole blood
Reference Range
TSH: 0.35-5.00 uU/mL
FRT4: 0.6-1.6 ng/dL
Critical Value
N/A
Interpretation
The Free T4 will automatically reflex when the TSH value is outside the reference range.
Rejection Criteria
N/A
Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing
2 Days
Specimen Stability
7 Days Refrigerated
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Performing Lab- Department
TUKHS-BH-Chemistry
CPT Code
84443
LOINC Code
3016-3
Test Alias
N/A
Additional Information / Notes
Specimens collected in a serum gel tube or lithium heparin gel tube must be centrifuged within 3 hours of collection. Serum gel should clot for 30 minutes prior to being centrifuged.