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Test Code LAB874 Cyclosporin Trough

Specimen Type/Requirements

Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood


Preferred collection time is 30 minutes prior to next scheduled dose.

 

Test is not affected by hemolysis or lipemia.

Specimen Volume

 Preferred Volume     4.0 mL   
 Minimum Volume     1.0 mL   

 

Stability/Transport

 Room Temperature     Not Acceptable     
 Refrigerated     7 days     Preferred for transport   
 Frozen     Greater than 7 days     

 

Performed Test Frequency

Monday through Friday

Methodology

Chemiluminescence

CPT

80158

Performing Lab

Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls