Everolimus
| Sunquest Code: | EVER | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB6301 | Epic Name: | Everolimus |
| Order Instructions: | Do not cancel this test if specimen is frozen. Add "frozen specimen" to the comment section when ordering. | ||
| Synonyms: | Afinitor; Zortress; Certican | ||
| Methodology: | Liquid chromatography/Tandem mass spectrometry | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed twice weekly; results are reported the same day. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Collect trough level immediately prior to next dose. Please indicate time of last dose when ordering. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.4 mL |
| Container: | Purple (EDTA) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Clotted specimen |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Do not process, whole blood. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Drug Analysis (UMMC-East Bank) |
Interpretive
| Critical Range: | Greater than 15.0 ug/L |
| Reference Range: | 3-8 ug/L |
| Use: | Therapeutic drug monitoring. |
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