CYCLOSPORINE, WHOLE BLOOD

Message

Draw sample just before next dose. Do not centrifuge. This test is not performed on the weekends.

Test Code

CYCLO

CPT Codes
80158

Preferred Specimen

1 Lavender tube (EDTA)

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: April 25, 2023

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