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HelpTest Code TADSP Tricyclic Antidepressant Panel, Quantitative
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB6000
Epic Description: TRICYCLIC SCREEN, SERUM
This code is for all Ochsner sites except Chabert. For Chabert order TCAC(LAB960).
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
6.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 3 × 0.5 mL | 3 × 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Gel tubes are not acceptable. Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic tube. Transport refrigerated on ice packs. Refrigerate serum if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.50 mL
Performing Lab
Warde Laboratories Test code TADSP
https://wardelab.com/test/tricyclic-antidepressant-panel-quantitative/
Routine Turnaround Time
1-3 Days
CSR Storage Requirements
Gel tubes are not acceptable. Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic tube. Deliver to laboratory. Refrigerate serum if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
80307