Test Code LAB26 Gentamicin, Trough
Intended Use
Used to evaluate proper therapy and avoid toxicity
Methodology
Immunoenzymatic Assay
Performing Laboratory
RCH-SPH
Specimen Requirements
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: Specimen should be drawn 30 minutes prior to the next dose. Forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 6 weeks
Frozen: -20C for 6 months
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80170