Gabapentin Level

Test Code
LAB470


CPT Codes
80171

Preferred Specimen
3mL Lavender EDTA


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
Draw sample 2 hours after last dose. Separate serum or plasma from red cells as soon as possible; Pipette or pour into plastic transport tubes.


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 5 days
Refrigerated: 12 days
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS)



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.