Test Code T3 T3 (Triiodothyronine), Total
Specimen Required
Lithium Heparin Plasma Separator Tube (Green) or
Serum Separator Tube (Yellow)
CPT Code
84480
Specimen Handling and Storage
Handle and store specimens in stoppered containers to avoid contamination and evaporation.
Centrifuge specimen to remove the plasma/serum from the cellular material after collection.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated : 7 Days
Frozen : 4 Weeks