GENTAMICIN, PEAK

Test Code
GENTP (OE), GENP (LAB)


CPT Codes
80170

Preferred Specimen
Red Tube 


Patient Preparation
Draw 30 minutes post dose. 

Minimum Volume
1mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Green Tube (Lithium Heparin)

 


Instructions
Centrifuge for separation of serum or plasma and red cells.


Transport Container
RED Tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 7 days


Methodology
EIA

Setup Schedule
DAILY, as received


Report Available
STAT: <60 minutes
Routine: <4 hours


Reference Range
 Male/Female All Ages: Normal Range: 5-12.0 ug/ml Critical High : >=12.0 ug/ml


Clinical Significance
Monitoring adequacy of drug clearance during gentamicin therapy. Ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity are the primary toxicities associated with gentamicin.




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