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GENTAMICIN, RANDOM
Test CodeGENR2
CPT Codes
80170
Preferred Specimen
1 Red tube
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
1 Lavender tube (EDTA) or
1 Green tube (Lithium heparin)
1 Green tube (Lithium heparin)
Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma or serum from red cells. Aliquot (transfer) plasma into transfer tube. Refrigerate until tested.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
- 2-8°C up to 7 days
- Frozen up to 6 months
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: 6 - 10 µg/mL
Random: 0.5 - 8 µg/mL
Trough: 0.5 - 2.0 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