Test Code VANCOMYCIN PEAK VANCOMYCIN PEAK
Department
Chemistry
Specimen Type
Plasma or Serum
Method
Homogeneous Enzyme Immunoassay
Container
Lithium heparin (green-top) or No additive with gel (gold top)
Special Requirements
Collect 1 hour after infusion ends, unless patient has renal insufficiency; if in renal failure, draw peak 2-3 hours after infusion ends.
Standard Volume
4.5ml
Minimum Volume
1ml
Pediatric Volume
0.8ml
Ship Temperature
Refrigerated
Stability Refrigerated
3 days
Stability Room Temp
8 hours
Stability Frozen
1 month
CPT Code
80202
Days Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Group Components
VANCOMYCIN