Test Code T3 REV Triiodothyronine, Reverse
Cerner Order Code
RTS
Acceptable Collection Tube(s)
Acceptable: Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 2.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Red top tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes, centrifuge, separate serum from cells, transfer to an aliquot tube and transport refrigerated.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 7 days, Frozen 3 months.
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: GEL tube, Serum Separator tube (SST), gross hemolysis and lipemic specimens.
Performed Test Frequency
Monday | Wedesday | Thursday
Turnaround Time
2 - 5 Days
CPT(s)
84482
Methodology
Liquid chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Performing Location
Warde Medical Laboratory, Ann Arbor, MI.