Test Code LAB0213447 Carbamazepine (Tegretol), Plasma or Serum

Methodology

Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Specimen Type: Plasma

Container/Tube:

Preferred: Green top (Lithium heparin/PST)

Acceptable: Serum(Red top,Gold /SST), Na Heparin plasma (label specimen appropriately)

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Minimum: 0.3 ml

Collection Instructions: Trough specimens are drawn just prior to next dose.

Refrigerated

Therapeutic concentration: 2-10 mcg/mL
Toxic concentration (automatic call-back): ≥15 mcg/mL

Monday through Sunday

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