Amikacin Level Random

Test Code
AMKR


CPT Codes
80150

Includes
Includes random level only.


Preferred Specimen
Plasma from Dark Green Lithium Heparin tube.


Minimum Volume
3.0 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Plasma from Light Green Lithium Heparin tube.


Instructions
This is just to be used for random levels.  If a trough level is needed please use order code AMKT or if a peak level is needed, pleas use order code AMKP.


Transport Container
Dark Green Lithium Heparin tube.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
8 hours capped at 15-25 C.
48 hours capped at 2-8 C.
4 weeks capped at -20 C.


Methodology
Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Same day.


Reference Range
No normal ranges established for random levels.


Performing Laboratory
Marietta Memorial Hospital main Laboratoy.



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.