Amikacin Level Trough

Test Code
AMKT


CPT Codes
80150

Includes
Trough level only


Preferred Specimen
Draw blood sample in Dark Green Lithium Heparin tube


Minimum Volume
3mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Light Green Lithium Heparin tube


Instructions
Collect specimen just prior to next does of Amikacin.


Transport Container
Dark Green Lithium Heparin tube.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
8 hours capped at 15-25 C.
48 hours capped at 2-8 C.
4 weeks capped at -20 C.


Methodology
Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
Performed daily.


Report Available
Same day.


Reference Range
5.0 ug/mL-10.0 ug/mL


Performing Laboratory
Marietta Memorial Hospital main laboratoy



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.