GENTAMICIN, TROUGH

Message

Draw 30 minutes prior to next dose.

Test Code

GENT2

CPT Codes
80170

Preferred Specimen

1 Red tube

Minimum Volume

0.2 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

1 Lavender tube (EDTA)
1 Green tube (Lithium heparin)

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma or serum from red cells. Aliquot (transfer) serum or plasma into a standard transfer tube and refrigerate until tested.

Transport Container

Standard transport tube.

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

Level	Reference Range (µg/mL)
Peak	6-10
Random	0.5-8
Trough	0.5-2.0

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

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