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AMIKACIN, PEAK
MessageCannot use any heparin tubes. Heparin has been shown to interfere with the measurement of Amikacin.
Test Code
AMKP
CPT Codes
80150
Preferred Specimen
1 Red tube
Patient Preparation
Draw 30 minutes post-dose completion.
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
1 Lavender tube (EDTA) or
1 Gold tube (gel separator)
1 Gold tube (gel separator)
Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma or serum from red cells. Aliquot serum or plasma into transfer tube. Refrigerate until tested.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 7 days; Alternate storage temperatures are not available.
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Samples will be rejected if submitted in a heparin tube
Methodology
EIA
Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun
Report Available
Within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory.
Reference Range
Peak | 20-30 µg/mL |
Random | 1-30 µg/mL |
Trough | 1-8 µg/mL |
Clinical Significance
Monitors dosage of the aminoglycoside used in the treatment of gram negative infections.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHB1 (Chemistry, Beckman AU)
Last Updated: January 17, 2024