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Lithium

Test Code
LI


Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum


Instructions
Draw PO 12 hours + 30 minutes post dose. Note: dosage must be stable for at least 96 hours prior to sampling.


Transport Container
Red top or SST


Transport Temperature
Unspun specimen stable for 2 hours at room temp., spun specimen stable for 4 days if refrigerated


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges. Critical Value: >1.5 mmol/L


Clinical Significance
Widely used in the treatment of manic-depressive psychosis




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.