| EX1927 T4 FREE; FT4 |
| Specimen: |
2 mL (1 ml min.) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 2 hrs |
1 week |
4 weeks |
|
| Method: |
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay |
| Comment: |
This is the recommended test for T4 assay as it detects the biologically active fraction in circulating blood. |
| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
Free T4 is the metabolically active fraction of thyroxine. FT4 along with TSH gives an accurate picture of thyroid status in patients with abnormal thyroid-binding globulin (TBG) like in pregnancy and individuals on treatment with estrogens, androgens, phenytoin, or salicylates. This assay is useful for diagnosing both Hypo / Hyperthyroidism. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Endocrinologist, Physician |
| Disease: |
Disorders of the Thyroid gland |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
Biochemistry |
| Pre Test Information: |
No special preparation required |
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