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Test ID BLOD0508 Cyclosporin Trough

Specimen Type/Requirements

Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood


A trough sample is recommended for measurement. Trough samples should be drawn 30 minutes prior to next scheduled dose.

 

Test is not affected by hemolysis or lipemia.

Specimen Volume

 Preferred Volume     1.0 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

Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)

CPT

80158

Performing Lab

Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Fargo and Bismarck

Report Available

1-3 days