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Test Code LAB475 Lamotrigine (Lamictal®)

Intended Use

Used to evaluate lamotrigine levels and to reduce toxicity

Methodology

Immunoassay

Performing Laboratory

RCH

Specimen Requirements

Required: Serum

Container/tube: Plain, red-top tube

Acceptable Specimen:  Plasma (EDTA)

Container/Tube:  Purple top (EDTA) tube

Specimen Volume:   1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)

Collection Instructions: Do not use gel tubes. Forward promptly.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

80175

Speciamen Stability

Refrigerated: 1 week

Frozen: -10C for 4 weeks