Valproic Acid (Depakote) (LABCORP)

Test Code

99901000150

Alias/See Also

LAB24: Valproic Acid (Depakene) | LABCORP EAP: 007260

CPT Codes
80164x1

Preferred Specimen

LABCORP LAB: RED TOP - PLAIN (Room Temperature) Min Vol: .5

Other Acceptable Specimens

LABCORP LAB: LIME TOP- LIHEP: (Room Temperature) Min Vol: .5

Transport Temperature

Special Instructions: Be sure patient is not on digitoxin. Specimen: Serum Volume: 1 mL Minimum Volume: 0.7 (NOTE: This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing) Container: Gel-barrier tube (preferred) or red-top tube Collection: If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube. Blood specimen must be drawn six to eight hours after the administration of the last dose (levels drawn earlier than six hours after a dose will be artificially elevated). Collect specimen just before dose if steady-state estimate is needed. The steady-state is usually attained in five days. Storage Instructions: Refrigerate

Report Available

LABCORP LAB
STAT: 5760 min
Routine: 5760 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 5760 min
Life or Death: 5760 min

Last Updated: March 6, 2023

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