Special Communication
Changes to Aldosterone with Na and K, 24hr Urine (UALDOS), Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin (TSIG), and TSH Receptor Antibody (TRAB) Testing
Changes to Specimen Requirements
Effective May 20, 2019.
Specimen Requirements:
Aldosterone with Na and K, 24-hr Urine (UALDOS)
Volume:
1 mL, 24-hour urine
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Collection Container:
Clean container
Transport Temperature:
Refrigerated
Samples with additives will be rejected.
Changes to Reference Ranges
Effective August 28, 2019.
Interfaced Clients: These updates may require changes to the Test Build.
Reference Ranges:
Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin (TSIG)
Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin:
< 0.55 IU/L
Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin, Qualitative:
Negative
Reference Ranges:
TSH Receptor Antibody (TRAB)
Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin:
< 0.55 IU/L
Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin, Qualitative:
Negative
TSH Binding Inhibition (0 – 99 Years):
< 1.0 U/L
Any additional information will be included in a future Technical Update. If you have any questions about these changes, please contact Client Services for assistance.