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Tobramycin, Random
Test CodeCPT Codes
80200
Preferred Specimen
Serum (gold top) tube
Minimum Volume
Other Acceptable Specimens
Transport Container
Serum (gold top) tube or Lithium Heparin Plasma (green top) tube
Transport Temperature
Specimen Stability
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Methodology
Photometric
Setup Schedule
Daily upon receipt
Report Available
Limitations
Reference Range
No reference range given for random Tobramycin determination.
Clinical Significance
Tobramycin is used in the treatment of serious infections caused by susceptible strains of gram-negative microorganisms and particular gram-positive organisms that are resistant to less toxic antibiotics. Tobramycin is safe and effective only in a narrow range of concentrations for a given indication. Exposure to high tobramycin concentrations for a prolonged period may cause renal impairment or ototoxicity. Serum or plasma tobramycin measurements are used in the diagnosis and treatment of tobramycin overdose and in monitoring levels of tobramycin to ensure appropriate therapy. | |