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Test Code LAB477 Levetiracetam (Keppra®),Serum

Intended Use

Used to evaluate levetiracetam levels and reduce toxicity

Methodology

Immunoassay

Performing Laboratory

RCH

Specimen Requirements

Preferred: 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

 

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated: 7 days

Frozen: -10C for 4 weeks

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

80177