Tobramycin Level Random

Test Code
TOBR


CPT Codes
80200

Includes
This test is to be used for Random levels 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
Collect a random blood sample in a Dark Green Lithium Heparin tube.


Transport Container
Dark Green Lithium Heparin tube.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.


Specimen Stability
3 days capped at 4-8 C.
1 month capped at -20 C.


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Specimens should not be repeatedly frozen and thawed.


Methodology
Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Same day.


Reference Range
No normal ranges have been established for random levels.


Performing Laboratory
Marietta Memorial Hospital main laboratory.



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.