Sulfamethoxazole
| Abbrev Code: | MMMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Send Outs Misc Test |
| Synonyms: | Gantanol; SULFAM | ||
| Methodology: | High performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) | ||
| CPT Codes: | 80299 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 2-5 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Serum for a peak level should be drawn 60 minutes after dose. | ||
| Compliance: | This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. |
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.6 mL |
| Container: | Red (no gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Samples collected in a serum gel tube. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.2 mL minimum within 2 hours of collection. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Stability: | 28 days at room temperature, refrigerated or frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (Mayo Medical Laboratories) |
| Referral Lab number: | SFZ |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | Greater than 50 mcg/mL |
| Use: | Monitoring therapy to ensure drug absorption, clearance or compliance. |
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