Imipramine and Desipramine

Message
Collect specimen immediately before next scheduled Dose (minimum 12 hours after last Dose). Gold serum separator tube is not acceptableCollect a full tube, following standard venipuncture techniques.


Test Code
LAB3843 IMDES


Alias/See Also
IMDES


CPT Codes
G0480| 80335

Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@


Instructions
Processing Instructions (Lab use only): Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial. Serum must be separated from cells within 2 hours of collection Minimum Testing Volume: 0.25 mL Serum Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 7 daysRefrigerated : 28 daysFrozen: 28 days Causes for Rejection: Gross hemolysisGross lipemiaGross icterus


Report Available
6-Days


Clinical Significance
1230170053



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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