Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody
Abbrev Code: | TPO | ||
Order Code: | LAB858 | Order Name: | Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody |
Synonyms: | Microsomal Antibody; Thyroperoxidase Autoantibody; Thyroid Microsomal Antibody; Anti-Microsomal Antibody; TPO | ||
Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
CPT Codes: | 86376 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed Mon-Fri; results are reported the same day. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 1 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.4 mL |
Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel) |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 0.3 mL, 0.1 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. Alternatively, ship on dry ice. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | UM Specialty Core/Prot/Endo (Immulite H) |
Interpretive
Reference Range: | Less than 35 IU/mL |
Use: | Evaluation of suspected hypothyroidism. |
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