Test Code T4 T4 (Thyroxine), Total, Serum
Additional Codes
LAB126
Collection Method
Venous collection
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Container
Gold Top SST
Acceptable Specimens
Serum:
- Gold Top SST
- Red Top
Plasma:
- Light Geen Top (lithium heparin)
Reference or Target Ranges
Age | Male | Female |
< 5 days | 5.0 - 18.5 | 5.0 - 18.5 |
6 days to 2 months | 5.4 - 17 | 5.4 - 17 |
3 months to 1 year | 5.7 - 16 | 5.7 - 16 |
> 1 year | 4.5 - 11 | 4.5 - 11 |
Reportable Units
ng/ml
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
Hemolysis Threshold | 2300 mg/dL |
Icterus Threshold | 37 mg/dL |
Lipemia Threshold | 2500 mg/dL |
Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
Ambient | 8 hours |
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 7 days |
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 30 days |
Performance Information
Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
Expected Turn Around Time | Routine: 4 hours |
Stat Availability | No |
Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
Methodology/Method Description | Roche Cobas |
CPT Codes
84436
Last review/edit date
March 2024