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HelpTest Code LAB876 Tacrolimus
AKA
Tacro, Prograf, FK506
Specimen Type/Requirements
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood
Trough level is most reproducible. Preferred collection time is 30 minutes prior to next dose.
Test is affected by moderate hemolysis and gross lipemia.
Bozeman Health Laboratory Services
Note:
Please do not combine testing with Sirolimus. Draw and send separate tubes for both Sirolimus and Tacrolimus tests. Separate tubes are needed to add separate additives before testing.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Greater than 7 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
One-Step Immunoassay
CPT
80197
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
Additional Information
The therapeutic range for this assay applies to trough samples.