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LITHIUM Serum
MessageSpecimen to be collected 8-12H after last dose. Serum only.
Test Code
LI
CPT Codes
80178
Preferred Specimen
Gold Top Tube
Transport Temperature
3 days
Clinical Significance
In vitro diagnostic test for the quantitative measurement of lithium in human plasma, used to ensure that the proper dosage is administered in the treatment of patients with mental disturbances, such as manic-depressive illness (bipolar disorder).