Pseudoephedrine, Blood
| Abbrev Code: | XMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Pseudoephedrine Level |
| Synonyms: | Sudafed | ||
| Methodology: | Gas chromatography/electron capture detection | ||
| CPT Codes: | 80324 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 7 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 6 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 2.6 mL |
| Container: | Red (no gel) protect from light Alternate Containers: Green (lithium heparin, no gel), Green (sodium heparin, no gel) protect from light |
| Collection Instructions: | Trough levels are most reproducible. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Aliquot 3 mL, 1.2 mL minimum. Protect from light. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Stability: | For storage beyond 3 days, specimen should be refrigerated or frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (MedTox) |
| Referral Lab number: | 111 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | 200-800 ng/mL |
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