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HelpTest ID BLOD0215 T3 (Triiodothyronine), Reverse, Serum
Reporting Name
T3 (Triiodothyronine), Reverse, SUseful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of the sick euthyroid syndrome
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.8 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 28 days | ||
| Frozen | 28 days |
Reference Values
10-24 ng/dL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
84482
Report Available
2 to 6 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Method Name
Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Portions of this test are covered by patents held by Quest Diagnostics.
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a General Request (T239) with the specimen.
Secondary ID
9405
Sanford Laboratories - Bemidji Additional Information:
Sanford Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 3831 | T3 Reverse |