Test Code LAB0205575 Lithium, Serum

Methodology

Colorimetric Reflectance Spectrophotometry (SP)

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Specimen Type: Serum

Container/Tube:

Preferred: Serum gel (Gold/SST) or plain red top

Acceptable: Na Heparin Plasma (label speceimen appropriately) NO Lithium Heparin

Specimen Volume: 1 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.25 ml

Collection Instructions: Draw blood just prior to next dose.

Refrigerated

Therapeutic concentration: 0.6-1.2 mmol/L
Toxic concentration (automatic call-back): ≥2.0 mmol/L

Monday through Sunday

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