ACETAMINOPHEN (TYLENOL)

Test Code
LAB1589


CPT Codes
80143

Preferred Specimen
Red Tube (SERUM)



Minimum Volume
0.2 mL (1mL optimal) serum or plasma


Other Acceptable Specimens
Green Tube (Lithium Heparin)



 


Transport Container
One Red or Green Tube


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 7 days (Red top or Li Hep)


Methodology
Colorimetric

Setup Schedule
Daily, 24hrs


Report Available
STAT: 60 minues
Routine: 4 hours


Reference Range
Male/Female All Ages: Normal Range: 10-30 MCG/ML
Critical High : >=50 MCG/ML


Clinical Significance
Monitor therapeutic drug level or evaluate toxicity.


Performing Laboratory
Mount Sinai Hospital 
Holy Cross Hospital



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.