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Test Code TSH 3RD Generation TSH 3RD Generation

Abbrev

TSH

Storage Temperature

R (2-8ºC)

ASTM/HL7/SDF 1

SQ=TSHCO

EPIC=LAB129

Instrument/Location

Beckman DxI 9000

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Serum or Plasma (Lithium
Heparin)

 

Container/Tube Type: Gold Top or Lt. Green
Top.

 

Collection Instructions: Draw tube and
label appropriately. Allow Gold top tubes to clot for 30 minutes.
Spin tubes within 2 hours.

 

Note: Hemolyzed Specimens are not
acceptable.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Spun tube/Refrigerated

Reference Values

0.400-4.000 uIU/ml

Methodology

1-Step Sandwich