Tobramycin, Random

Message
Serum half-life is 2 - 4 hours
Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820
10.2018


Test Code
TOBRR


Alias/See Also
Tobramycin, Pre (Trough)
Tobramycin, Post (Peak)


CPT Codes
80200

Preferred Specimen
Plasma from a green top (PST) tube


Minimum Volume
1mL


Instructions
Centrifuge within 2 hours of collection


Transport Container
Green Top (PST) tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
No Add-On


Methodology
Particle enhanced turbidimetric inhibition immunoassay  (PETINIA)

Setup Schedule
This test is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week


Reference Range
None established for random assessment.


Clinical Significance
This test is used to monitor compliance, assess clinical effectiveness, or determine toxicity.




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.