Gabapentin, Plasma
Order Name
GABAPENTIN
Test Number: 3658100
Revision Date 12/12/2022
Test Number: 3658100
Revision Date 12/12/2022
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Gabapentin, Plasma
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Immunoassay (IA) | 9738-6 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.3 mL) | Plasma | EDTA (Lavender Top) | Room Temperature |
| Alternate 1 | 1 mL (0.3 mL) | Serum | Clot Activator (Red Top, No-Gel) | Room Temperature |
| Instructions | Specimen Type: Red-top tube, lavender-top (EDTA) tube OR green-top (heparin) tube. DO NOT USE A GEL-BARRIER TUBE. The use of gel-barrier tubes is not recommended due to slow absorption of the drug by the gel. Depending on the specimen volume and storage time, the decrease in drug level due to absorption may be clinically significant. Specimen Storage: Maintain specimen at room temperature. Specimen Collection: Transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube. Specimen Stability: Ambient: 14 days, Refrigerated : 14 days, Frozen: 14 days |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 2 - 5 days and 3rd shift; reported within one working day. |
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 716811 |
| Notes | Labcorp Test Code: 716811 |
| CPT Code(s) | 80171 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |