Biochemistry
| Full details for "Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)". | |
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Name |
Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) |
Alternative name/Profile |
TFT |
Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
Serum thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is important in the investigation of suspected thyroid dysfunction e.g. hypo- or hyperthyroidism, and in monitoring treatment response in patients taking thyroid hormone replacement therapy. |
Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 mL - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
Monday - Friday during core working hours. |
Turnaround time |
1 working day |
Availability |
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Notes |
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Reference range |
TSH 0.27 - 4.20 mU/L |
Last updated |
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:52:31 IST |