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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

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