Vigabatrin
| Abbrev Code: | XMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Vigabatrin (Sabril) |
| Synonyms: | Sabril | ||
| Methodology: | High performance liquid chromatography with Fluorescence Detection (HPLC-FL) | ||
| CPT Codes: | 80299 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; results are reported within 10 days. Stat testing is available for an additional fee. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1.4 mL |
| Container: | Red (no gel) Alternate Containers: Green (lithium heparin, no gel), Green (sodium heparin, no gel) |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquotv 1 mL, 0.3 mL minimum. Store at room temperature. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at room temperature. |
| Stability: | 3 days at room temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (MedTox) |
| Referral Lab number: | 422 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | Expected serum vigabatrin concentrations in patients receiving recommended daily dosages: 20-160 ug/mL |
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