Salicylate


Abbrev Code:SALI   
Order Code:LAB34Order Name:Salicylate Level
Synonyms:Aspirin
Methodology:Roche: NADH
Architect: Enzymatic/Colorimetric
CPT Codes: 80179 x1, 80179 x1
Turnaround Time:Performed and reported 24 hours/day.
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Collection Instructions

Specimen:Blood
Optimal Volume:2.5 mL
Minimum\Peds Volume:0.6 mL
Collection Instructions:Chemistry Tests Containers Chart
Usual sampling time is 1-3 hours after an oral dose. Peak serum levels are attained in 20-30 minutes.


Processing and Shipping

Specimen Processing:Centrifuge and aliquot 1.25 mL, 0.2 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator.
Shipping Instructions:Ship at refrigerated temperature.
Stability:Roche: 2 weeks refrigerated; do not repeatedly freeze thaw.
Test Performed at or Referral Lab Chemistry  (Roche-Grand Itasca, Roche-Lakes, Roche-Northland, Roche-Range, Roche-Ridges, Roche-Southdale, Roche-St. John's, Roche-UMMC East, Roche-UMMC West, Woodwinds)


Interpretive

Critical Range:> 30 mg/dL
Toxic: Serum concentrations exceeding 600 μg/mL are usually lethal.
Therapeutic Range:Roche: 3-10 mg/dL; anti-inflammatory: 15-30 mg/dL.
Architect: 2-25 mg/dL
Use:Evaluate suspected salicylate toxicity.


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