T3 (Triiodothyronine), Total

Message
Day(s) Test Set Up: Monday, Wednesday, Friday


Test Code
T3T


CPT Codes
84480

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL plasma


Instructions
Draw blood in an PST tube. Spin down. Note: Hemolysis or turbidity may affect results.


Transport Container
PST Tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
Chemiluminescence

Reference Range
0.970-1.69 ng/mL


Clinical Significance
Used in conjunction with other assays to aid in the differential diagnosis of thyroid disease.



Last Updated: September 3, 2010


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.