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Thyroid Stimulating Antibodies (Blood)

Alternate Names
TSI
Test Code
TSHRAB
Testing Laboratory
Biochemistry
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

The methodology and principle of this assay produces a result which is clinically the same as a TSH Receptor Antibody result. This test will be run instead.

Collection Instructions

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Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Three times per week
Min Test Volume
1mL
Add On Test Suitability

This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection.

Container ID
S
CSR Instructions

Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions 

  • Forward sample to the Heidelberg Laboratory at 4°C

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception

  • Place aliquots for this assay in the TSHRAB rack in the walk-in freezer
Laboratory Instructions
None
Accredited Test
No