| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Serum-Red top tube | 2 days 2-8° C | 10.0-20.0 ug/mL |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Serum
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Serum |
Method
Immunchemiluminometric
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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
Centrifuge required?: Yes
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Clinical Utility
To determine phenytoin concentration in the blood, to maintain a therapeutic level, and to detect potential for toxicity.
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CPT Codes
80185
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