Genova Diagnostics
Thyroid
Genova Thyroid #4400 blood draw: tubes, prep, processing and FedEx return from Genova's own kit instructions. Book a mobile draw.
Specimen
Blood
Tubes / kit
One red SST and one clear transfer tube.
Processing
Clot 15 min, spin 15 min at 3000 RPM, and move at least 3 mL of serum to the clear tube.
Shipping
Seal the box in the FedEx bag and drop it at an authorized FedEx location. Ship Monday to…
Overview
About this kit
Genova Diagnostics is a specialty lab that ships collection packs to providers and patients. Tests are activated at gdx.net/mygdx or gdx.net/activate. [G1]
A serum thyroid panel. [G1]
The process
Step by step
- 1
Before the visit
Prep
- Stopping high dose biotin 2 days before is recommended, because it interferes with the test. [G1]
- Fast overnight. [G1]
- 2
The draw
Draw
- Clean the skin with isopropyl alcohol. [G1]
- Draw one SST. [G1]
- 3
Right after collection
Processing
- Clot 15 min, spin 15 min at 3000 RPM, and move at least 3 mL of serum to the clear tube. [G1]
- Freeze at least 2 hours before shipping. [G1]
- 4
Get it to the lab
Shipping
- Label every tube with the patient's date of birth and the collection date. [G1]
- Put the frozen freezer brick and the biohazard bag(s) with the tubes inside the foam insulator. [G1]
- Enter the collection date at gdx.net/mygdx to get a confirmation code. Write it and the date on the activation card and put the card in the box. [G1]
- Seal the box in the FedEx bag and drop it at an authorized FedEx location. Ship Monday to Friday and avoid US holidays. [G1]
At a glance
Tube and processing details
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Avoid a redraw
Common mistakes
Questions
FAQ
How much serum?
At least 3 mL. [G1]
Do I stop biotin?
Genova recommends stopping high dose biotin 2 days before. [G1]
Do I fast?
Yes, overnight. [G1]
Is the serum frozen?
Yes, for at least 2 hours. [G1]
What days can I ship?
Monday to Friday, avoiding US holidays. [G1]
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