Anti-TSH Receptor Antibodies (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Anti-TSH Receptor Antibodies (Blood)

Alternate Names	TSHR Ab, Graves' disease, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Ab
Test Code	TSHRAB
Testing Laboratory	Biochemistry
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	-
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, SP
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 TSHRAB rack in walk in freezer
Laboratory Instructions	None
Accredited Test	Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)