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GENTAMICIN POST OR PEAK

Test Code
GENTAPOST


CPT Codes
80170

Preferred Specimen
PLASMA


Transport Container
MINT GREEN


Transport Temperature
REF- 2 DAYS


Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:


Reference Range
GENTAMICIN POST OR PEAKmcg/mL 0Y 00M F 5.0-10.0 0Y 00M M 5.0-10.0


Clinical Significance
Gentamicin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used in the treatment of gram-positive and gram-negative bacterial infections, especially Pseudomonas, Proteus, Klebsiella and Staphylococcus. Gentamicin is potentially nephrotoxic and ototoxic. Serial monitoring of peak and trough serum levels may provide the clinician with information to maintain safe and therapeutic levels.


Performing Laboratory
LMH - Chemistry x3739 or 3764



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.