Chloral Hydrate, Serum/Plasma
| Abbrev Code: | XMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Laboratory Miscellaneous Order |
| Synonyms: | Noctec; Mickey Finn; Trichloroethanol | ||
| Methodology: | Gas chromatography/flame ionization detection | ||
| CPT Codes: | 82441 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 7 days. | ||
| Compliance: | This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by NMS Labs. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. |
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 6 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 2.6 mL |
| Container: | Red (no gel) Alternate Containers: Green (lithium heparin, no gel), Green (sodium heparin, no gel) |
| Collection Instructions: | Trough levels are the most reproducible. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gel separator tube |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 3 mL, 1.2 mL minimum. Store refrigerated. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship refrigerated. |
| Stability: | 7 days ambient; 14 days refrigerated; 14 months frozen |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (NMS via Quest) |
| Referral Lab number: | 894 |
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