Test Code LAB21 Carbamazepine (Tegretol®), Total

Intended Use

Used to assess seizure control and to prevent toxicity

Immunoenzymatic Assay

RCH-SPH

Preferred: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube

Acceptable: Serum

Container: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube

Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Refrigerated: 1 month

Frozen: -20C > 3 months

Monday through Sunday

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