Test Code LAB30 Phenobarbital
Intended Use
Useful to monitor serum concentrations of Phenobartal to improve seizure control and reduce 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/Tube: Plain, red-top or Gold, serum
gel tube
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL (minimum
volume: 0.1 mL)
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerate: 1 Month
Frozen: -20C for 3 months
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80184