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Valproic Acid (Depakote)

Message
Test performed at Upper Chesapeake Health


Test Code
VAL


Alias/See Also
Depakote, Depakene


Preferred Specimen
1 ml serum or plasma, non-gel tube


Instructions
Drawing instructions: Trough, prior to next dose. Enteric coating delays absorption, troughs may not be seen until 2-4 hours post dose.


Transport Container
Plain red top or green top (lithium heparin) tube. Avoid gel (SST).


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Reference Range
See report




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.