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CYCLOSPORINE, WHOLE BLOOD
MessageTest Code
CYCLO
CPT Codes
80158
Preferred Specimen
1 Lavender tube (EDTA)
Patient Preparation
Draw sample just before next dose. Do not centrifuge. This test is not performed on weekends.
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Instructions
Do not centrifuge; Refrigerate until testing.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 3 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Do not centrifuge
Methodology
LC/MS (Liquid Chromotaography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry)
Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F
Clinical Significance
This test aids in the management of cyclosporine therapy in transplant patients. Cyclosporine has substantially improved patient and graft survival. Inadequate cyclosporine doses and levels may result in rejection of the transplanted organ.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHMS (LC/MS/MS, Mass Spec)
Last Updated: September 19, 2024