| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Serum-Red top tube | 7 days 2-8° C | 15-40 ug/mL |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum |
Method
Chemiluminescence
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Schedule
Mon-Fri
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Turn-Around Time
24hrs; Also offered STAT at an additional charge
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Instructions/Notes |
Clinical Utility
Phenobarbital levels are monitored to assure adequate therapeutic levels are achieved and to avoid toxicity.
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CPT Codes
80184
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