Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

300.00

A thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test measures the amount of TSH in the blood. TSH is produced by the pituitary gland, which is located at the base of your brain. It’s responsible for regulating the amount of hormones released by the thyroid.

SPECIMEN: 3 mL (1.5 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen.

STABILITY: Room: 2 hrs; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 4 weeks

REPORT: Daily

INSTRUCTIONS: No special preparation required

USAGE: TSH is an early indicator of decreased thyroid reserve. This assay helps to diagnose hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, monitors T4 replacement or T4 suppressive therapy and quantifies TSH levels in the subnormal range.

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