Thyroid Antibodies
Test Mnemonic
XMICTG
CPT Codes
- 86376 - QTY (1)
- 86800 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- Anti-Thyroid Antibodies
Includes
- Thyroid Peroxidase Ab
- Thyroglobulin Antibody
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.6 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 8 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 3 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA) | |
| Immunoenzymatic Assay |
Clinical Info
Diagnosis and monitoring of thyroid autoimmune disease.