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Gentamicin, Random

Test Code
GENR


Alias/See Also
GENT, GENTA, Gentamicin Level


Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL plasma (0.5 mL minimum)


Transport Container
PST (light green top). Red top and SST also acceptable


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 8 hours, Refrigerated: 2 days, Frozen: 1 month


Reference Range
No established range


Clinical Significance
Gentamicin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic. GENT test results may be used in the diagnosis and treatment of gentamicin overdose and in monitoring levels of gentamicin to ensure appropriate therapy.




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