Bloodspot TSH- hypothyroidism

EPIC

BTSH

Section

Chemical Pathology - Newborn Screening

Clinical indications

Permanent, serious physical problems and learning disabilities

Specimen requirement

1 blood spots on Bloodspot Card

Dispatch and handling instructions

Allow blood spots to air-dry away from direct sunlight before placing in the glassine envelope - take care to avoid contamination. Send by first class post

Turnaround time

2 working days

Synonym

TSH

Is it IS0 15189 accredited?

Yes