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HelpTest Code LAMO Lamotrigine (Lamictal)
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Epic EAP: LAB475
Epic Description: LAMOTRIGINE LEVEL
Synonym
Lamictal
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Lavender, EDTA | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: LAMOT
Assay Frequency
Monday – Sunday
Routine Turnaround Time
2 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
80175