Test Code FRT4D Free T4 by Equilibrium Dialysis
Cerner Order Code
FT4DD
Acceptable Collection Tube(s)
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST or Red Top tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, separate serum from cells and transfer to an aliquot tube. Store and transport refrigerated.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 4 days, Refrigerated 14 days, Frozen 35 days.
Performed Test Frequency
Monday thru Saturday
Turnaround Time
5 - 7 Days
CPT(s)
84439
Methodology
Equilibrium Dialysis, Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry
Performing Location
Warde Medical Laboratory, Ann Arbor, MI.