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AMIKACIN, TROUGH
MessageCannot use any heparin tubes. Heparin has been shown to interfere with the measurement of Amikacin.
Test Code
AMKT2
CPT Codes
80150
Preferred Specimen
1 Red tube
Patient Preparation
Draw 30 minutes prior to dose.
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
1 Pearl 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 collected 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