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HelpTest ID BLOD1160 Duloxetine, Serum/Plasma
Synonym
Cymbalta®
Specimen Type/Requirements
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum (preferred)
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - plasma
Promptly centrifuge and separate serum or plasma into a transport tube. Ensure that container remains tightly sealed.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.4 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature* | 14 days | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 30 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 1 year |
* Duloxetine in serum/plasma requires light protection when submitted at room temperature.
Performed Test Frequency
Varies
Report Available
10-12 days
Methodology
High Performance Liquid-Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Performing Lab
Quest Chantilly forwards to NMS(National Medical Services)
CPT
80299
Interface Build Information
SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 25916 | Duloxetine |