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Thyroid Stimulatory Receptor Antibodies

Also known as: TSH Receptor Ab

TSH receptor auto antibodies are present in patients with hyperthyroidism in Grave's disease. The measurement of these auto antibodies can be useful in disease diagnosis and management.

Specimen requirements

Serum 1ml

Cost

Price on application

Laboratory turnaround time

7 days

Laboratory method

ELISA

Reference range/units

<0.4U/L = Negative
0.4 to 1.0U/l = Borderline Positive
>1.0U/L = Positive

Associated tests

Not applicable

Sample stability

2 months at 2-8ÂșC

Shipping and storage

UK and Ireland

Ambient temperature and first class post. Hays DX users please enquire via email below.

International

Ambient temperature if courier will deliver within 72 hours otherwise consider refrigerated transport. Freezing is not a requirement.

Ensure delivery Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30.

Further information and contact details

For further information, email immunologylab.enquiries@ouh.nhs.uk

Last reviewed:09 October 2023