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T3 Total

Test Code
THYROID TOTAL T3


Alias/See Also
T3, Triiodothyronine
Chemistry


Preferred Specimen
Plain Red Top Tube


Other Acceptable Specimens
SST tube - Samples need to be removed from the red cells or gel if testing is delayed > 24 hours.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours. Separate if not tested within this time.
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 6 days
Frozen (-10°C or colder): 6 days


Methodology
Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay

Setup Schedule
M-F


Report Available
TAT 1 - 7 days


Reference Range
35 - 193 ng/dL


Clinical Significance
Total T3 measurements are used to diagnose and monitor treatment of hyperthyroidism and are essential for recognizing T3 toxicosis.


Performing Laboratory
Test performed at West Roxbury Chemistry Lab
Contact: Jonathan Dryjowicz-Burek 857-203-5973
 


Last Updated: August 31, 2021


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