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MYCOPHENOLIC ACID, TOTAL

Test Code
LAB8415 (MISCELLANEOUS)


CPT Codes
80180

Preferred Specimen
1 Lavender tube (EDTA)


Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (1 mL optimal)


Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma from red cells. Refrigerate until tested. 


Transport Container
Transfer/aliquot tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
  • 2-8°C up to 14 days
  • Frozen up to 5 months


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolyzed


Methodology
EIA

Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

As received; STAT testing is available


Clinical Significance
MPA is an active metabolite of mycophenolate. Mycophenolate is an immunosupressive drug used to prevent organ rejection, tissue inflammation, and tissue damage. 


Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab



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.