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Ethosuximide/Zarontin Serum or Plasma
591
Methodology: | Enzyme Immunoassay |
Performed: | Tue, Wed, Sat |
Reported: | 2-6 days |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Timing of specimen collection: Pre-dose (trough) draw – At steady state concentration. Collect: Plain Red OR Lavender (K2 or K3EDTA) – 1 ml serum or plasma. Specimen Preparation: Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature . Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer serum or plasma to a Standard Transport Tube. Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Unacceptable Conditions: Whole blood. Gel separator tubes, light blue (citrate), or yellow (SPS or ACD solution). Stability: After separation from cells: Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 month Note: This test is approved for NY. Performing Lab ARUP Laboratory |
CPT Code(s): | 80168 |