Test Code TSH3G Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Third Generation, Plasma

Methodology

Electrochemiluminescence
Thyroid-stimulating hormone determination is the most useful and sensitive test for primary hypothyroidism.

St. Clair Hospital Laboratory

1 plasma gel tube (1 mL of lithium heparin plasma). Centrifuge blood as soon as possible, or send unspun blood to laboratory within 4 hours of draw.

0.270-4.200 µIU/mL
Low-end sensitivity: 0.005 µIU/mL

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