Pregabalin

Test Code

18866

CPT Codes
80366 (HCPCS: 80299)

Preferred Specimen

1 mL serum collected in a red-top tube (no gel)

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

Plasma colelcted in a 3.2% sodium citrate (light blue-top), sodium heparin (green-top), or EDTA (lavender-top) tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days

Methodology
Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Sets up 3 days a week.

Clinical Significance

Pregabalin is an anti-epileptic drug. It works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures. Pregabalin also affects chemicals in the brain that send signals across the nervous system. Pregabalin is used to control seizures and to treat fibromyalgia.

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.