Anti-thyroglobulin antibodies
| Category | Biochemistry >> Endocrinology |
|---|---|
| Test background |
Up to 20 % of the population has auto-antibodies to thyroglobulin. They may interfere in measurement of thyroglobulin and are therefore measured at the same time to aid in interpretation of results. |
| Clinical Indications |
Tested with thyroglobulin to aid in interpretation of results for monitoring of thyroid cancers. |
| Reference range | 0-40 IU/L |
| Sample & container required | SST (gold top), serum (red top) or heparin (green top) |
| Sample volume | 0.5 mL |
| Sample collection | Stable at 2-8°C for 24 hours. Please freeze pending dispatch for analysis. |
| Turnaround time | 10 days |
| Notes | Grossly haemolysed samples are unsuitable for this assay. |