Carbamazepine Level (TEGRETOL)

Test Code
CARBA


Preferred Specimen
1 mL Red Top (no additive) Tube


Instructions
"Separate from cells ASAP to a max of 2 hour from collection time.
Testing Frequency: Performed as ordered"


Transport Container
RED


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 24 hours Room Temp and Refrigerated


Methodology
Petinia

Reference Range
"M Up to 999 Years 4 - 12 ug/mL
F Up to 999 Years 4 - 12 ug/mL"




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.