Amikacin Level
Abbrev Code: | AMIK | ||
Order Code: | LAB145 | Order Name: | Amikacin Level |
Methodology: | Kinetic interaction of microparticles in solution (KIMS) | ||
CPT Codes: | 80150 x1, 81050 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed and reported 24 hours/day. | ||
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Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1.2 mL |
Container: | Red (no gel) Alternate Containers: Purple (EDTA) |
Collection Instructions: | Trough levels: Collect immediately prior to the next dose. Peak levels: Collect 60 minutes after the end of IV infusion; 1-2 hours if decreased renal function. |
Causes for Rejection: | Processed >4 hours after collection and the patient is receiving beta-lactam antibiotics or cephalosporins. Gross hemolysis. |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.5 mL minimum. Indicate peak and trough level. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Stability: | 8 hours at room temperature; 48 hours refrigerated; 4 weeks frozen. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Chemistry (Roche-UMMC East) |
Interpretive
Critical Range: | Greater than 50 mg/L |
Reference Range: | Trough: Less than 5-10 mg/L Peak: 20-25 mg/L |
Use: | Monitor therapeutic dosing and evaluate toxicity of amikacin. |
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