TETRA IODOTHYRONINE/THYROXINE, TOTAL
| Total T4 levels offer a good index of thyroid function when TBG is normal and non-thyroidal illness is not present. This assay is useful for monitoring treatment with synthetic hormones (synthetic T3 will cause low total T4).It also helps to monitor treatment of Hyperthyroidism with Thiouracil or other anti-thyroid drugs |
Pre-test Information : No special preparation required |
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Report Delivery : Daily |
TETRA IODOTHYRONINE/THYROXINE, TOTAL
| Test Code | T-37 |
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| Test Description | **TETRA IODOTHYRONINE/THYROXINE, TOTAL |
| Clinical Category | Disorders of Thyroid Gland |
| Sample | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum |
| Method/Technology | Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |