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HelpTest Code CYCLO Cyclosporine,Whole blood
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB874
Epic Description: CYCLOSPORINE LEVEL
Synonym
CYA
Collection Limitations
Trough sample is desirable.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA |
3.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Lavender Micro, EDTA | 2 X 0.5 mL | 1 X 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Testing time: the testing will be performed daily. For same day results on Monday-Friday the specimens must be received in the laboratory by 12:30pm. However, on Saturday, Sunday and holidays, the specimen must be received in the lab by 11:00 am. Specimens received after the cut-off times will be held overnight, and the testing will be performed the next day.
NOTE: This test cannot be ordered STAT. Transport whole blood refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Optimum 3.0 mLs
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Special Chemistry Lab (Jeff Hwy)
Chemistry Lab (Ochsner Shreveport AMC Campus)
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
1 day
CSR Storage Requirements
Do not centrifuge. Transport to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
80158