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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