Ganciclovir
| Abbrev Code: | GANC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB3493 | Order Name: | Gancyclovir HPLC |
| Synonyms: | Cytovene; Valcyte; Valganciclovir | ||
| Methodology: | High performance liquid chromatography | ||
| CPT Codes: | 80375 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 8-12 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1.2 mL |
| Container: | Purple (EDTA) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gel tube is not acceptable. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.5 mL minimum. Store refrigerated. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Stability: | 30 days at room temperature or refrigerated (preferred); 4 months frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (Mayo) |
| Referral Lab number: | FGANP |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | 0.2 ncg/mL
The reported value may vary based on dilution or weight of the specimen. |
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