Interference in Thyroid Function Tests Using the Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay.
Key Points
The aim is to identify how interference affects thyroid function tests, particularly FT3.
Analysis of interference patterns in FT3 tests
Evaluation of collaboration strategies between physicians and lab staff
FT3 tests demonstrate the highest susceptibility to interference
Close collaboration can mitigate diagnostic errors effectively
Abstract
FT3 tests are most prone to assay interference. Awareness of interference patterns and close collaboration between physicians and laboratory staff are essential to prevent diagnostic errors.