Measurement of free T3 is a sensitive test for hyperthyroidism since levels are usually raised proportionately more than free T4. In T3 thyrotoxicosis, free T3 is elevated but free T4 is normal.
Tube
01 (SE) – Serum Gel
ID
Tests&Tubes0191
Additional information
*** NOT ROUTINELY AVAILABLE***
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A&E: N/A
Day Case: N/A
In-Patient: 24 Hours
Out-Patient: 24 Hours
GP: 72 Hours
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Blood Sciences LGI
Contact
For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: [email protected].
Advice
Full Referred Test details logged internally on the referred test database [BSF2REC17003]
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Collection Con
Minimum volume – 250µl serum / plasma Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing- No special requirements
Sample REQ
Blood
Ref. Range Notes
3.1 – 6.8 pmol/L
Units
pmol/L