TFT Confirmatory Tests

Pathology category

Biochemistry - referred tests

Code

TFR

Referral code

Request form

Test information

For inconsistent TFT results samples can be sent to Addenbrookes for assay by an alternative method These requests will be generated by the person authorising TFTs.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Please discuss with clinical biochemist

Reference range

see report

Tube type

Tube type info

SST

Special requirements

Serum

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

4 weeks

TAT GP/Outpatient

4 weeks

Referral lab

Dept of Clinical Biochemistry & Immunology Addenbrooke's Hospital