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HelpTest Code TSIQN Thyroid Stim IG Quantitative
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB746
Epic Description: THYROID STIMULATING IMMUNOGLOBULIN
Synonym
TSI
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. For non-gel tubes, aliquot serum into plastic vial. Refrigerate specimen. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.6 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Quest Nichols via Warde Lab, Referral code: TSI
http://www.wardelab.com/test_page.asp?test=THYROID+STIMULATING+IMMUNOGLOBULIN+%28TSI%29
Assay Frequency
Tuesday – Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
5-12 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. For non-gel tubes, aliquot serum into plastic vial. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
84445