Test Code CHS Congenital Hypothyroid Screen

Additional Codes

Epic Ordering Code	LAB3053033
NBS code	LBC04150
Service code	31625

Specimen Requirements

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Specimen Stability

Specimen Type	Serum
Ambient	24 hours
Refrigerate	7 days
Frozen	6 months

Specimen Condition

Gross Haemolysis	Alert/Reject
Icterus	OK
Lipaemia	OK
Others	Not applicable

Methodology

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay

Days and Times Performed

24 hrs, TAT 1 day

Reference Interval

Cord Blood: 2.20 – 25.00 mIU/L

Testing Laboratory

National University Hospital

Clinical Chemistry, 67724346

Useful For

Screening for Congenital hypothyroidism

Update

Last updated 31/07/2026

LOINC Code Information

11580-8