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Free T3

Alternative Names:T3; Free
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:FT3
Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
SST
Lithium Heparin (with Gel)
Collection & Request Instructions:Retrospective testing within 7 days
Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Daily
Additional Notes:

Method used is Abbott Alinity (CMIA).

FT3 Adult Reference Interval:  2.4—5.9 pmol/L

 

FT3 Paediatric Reference Intervals:

< 1 yr                   4.5 - 8.0 pmol/L

1 year - 6 years     4.0 - 7.0 pmol/L

> 6 years              2.4 - 5.9 pmol/L

Paediatric Reference Intervals derived from AACB Harmonisation Group.