Valproic Acid Level (Depicote,Depacote,Depakene)

Test Code
VALP


Preferred Specimen
1 mL Serum from red top


Instructions
"Separate from cells ASAP to a max of 2 hours from collection time.
Testing Frequency: Performed as ordered"


Transport Container
RED


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 24 hours refrigerated or room temp


Methodology
Petinia

Reference Range
"M Up to 999 Years 50 - 100 ug/mL
F Up to 999 Years 50 - 100 ug/mL"




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.