| Test Name: |
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Mephobarbital
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| Test Code(s): |
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PENO / PHEN
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| CPT Code(s): |
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80184
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| Methodology: |
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Fluorescence Polarization Immunoassay
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| Clinical Significance: |
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Anticonvulsant, sedative
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| Request Form: |
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UWHC Laboratory Request Form (UWH 1289220, 4004202); Write in test if not on form.
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| Days Performed: |
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Daily, 24 hours.
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| Turnaround Time: |
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Stat: 1 hour.
Routine: 4 hours.
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Specimen Requirements
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| Specimen: |
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Blood
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| Collection Instructions: |
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Collect specimen within 30 minutes prior to the morning dose. Specimens collected in red cap with yellow ring (SST) tubes are not acceptable.
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| Collection Container: |
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Preferred: Red top
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| Collection Volume: |
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Preferred: 2 mL
Pediatrics: 0.3 mL
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| Sample Analyzed: |
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Serum
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| Volume Required: |
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Preferred: 1 mL
Pediatrics: 0.15 mL
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| Specimen Processing: |
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Centrifuge. Transfer cell-free serum to plastic vial. Refrigerate.
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| Specimen Transport: |
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Transport specimen to UWHC Core Laboratory (B4/220). Transport with coolant pack if coming from outreach location.
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| Unacceptable Criteria: |
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Specimens collected in red cap with yellow ring (SST) tubes are not acceptable.
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Interpretation
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| Critical Calls: |
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View
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