Test Code TSHCO Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
LAB129
Methodology
Used to monitor thyroid function; diagnostic for primary hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
TSH is the initial testing performed as part of a #THCAS “Thyroid Cascade Profile.” Free T4 and total T3 are reflexed as appropriate.
Performing Laboratory
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center-Chemistry
CPT: 84443
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Plasma
Container/Tube: Light green-top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen: 1 mL of lithium heparin plasma
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Collection Instructions:
Note:
1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Serum
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top tube or serum gel tube
Specimen: 1 mL of serum
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Collection Instructions:
Note:
1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Reference Values
01-23 months: 0.816 - 5.91 mIU/L
02-12 years: 0.662 - 3.90 mIU/L
13-20 years: 0.438-3.98 mIU/L
>20 years: 0.358-3.74 mIU/L
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday