Epic Test Code LAB3899 TSH Heterophile Antibodies
Performing Location(s)
BMC
Synonyms
TSH Heterophile blocking
Specimen Type
Serum
Preferred Container
Gold top tube
Alternate Container
Red top tube
Blood Tube Draw Volume
Min 50% draw volume
Minimum Volume to Submit for Testing
3 mL Serum
- Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.
Transportation Needs
Deliver specimen to laboratory within 1 hour of collection if unspun. If not possible see "storage Requirements".
Storage Requirements
Sample tubes should be centrifuged within 2 hour of collection followed by transfer of the serum (red or gold top) to a labeled plastic, aliquot tube.
Follow same storage requirements as the primary assay test, BHCG, CA125, CEA, PSA, TSH
Causes for Rejection
Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen
Less than 50% draw for Vacutainer tubes
> 18 hours Refrigerated
> 7 days Room Temp
> 90 day Frozen
Hemolysis > 1000 mg/dL HgB
Lipemia > 3300 mg/dL Trig
Bilirubin > 40 mg/dL Bili
No Add-Ons
Performed only on fresh specimens
Limitations
Only available for immunoassays
This test is for investigational use only. Results must be interpreted with clinical symptoms and impression
Reference Values
Population | Units | Reference Range |
All Populations | (none) | No evidence of Heterophile Antibodies |
Days of Analysis
M-F
Available STAT
No
Includes
Heterophile antibody testing specific for the assay of interest plus the assay of interest
Additional Information
Not available as STAT
Methodology
Beckman AU/Dx Series
CPT Code
84443
Last Updated
18-Mar-22 KT