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HelpTest Code LEVE Levetiracetam, Serum
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB477
Epic Description: LEVETIRACETAM (KEPPRA) LEVEL
Synonym
Keppra
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 0.5 mL
Minimum 0.2 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: LEVE
http://www.wardelab.com/test_page.asp?test=LEVETIRACETAM
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. If holding overnight, store specimen refrigerated.
CPT Code Information
80177