Amoxicillin Level

Test Code
LAB1773


CPT Codes
80299

Preferred Specimen
Red no-additive no-gel


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
Specimens collected just before or within 15 minutes of the next antibiotic dose represent the trough level. Specimens obtained within 15-30 minutes after the end of IV infusion, or 45-60 minutes after an IM injection, or 90 minutes after oral intake represent the peak level.


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 14 days


Methodology
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry



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.