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Additional Codes
LAB3861
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect blood immediately before next scheduled dose.
2. For sustained-release formulations ONLY, collect blood a minimum of 12 hours after last dose.
3. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 28 days | ||
| Frozen | 28 days |
Reference Values
5.0-30.0 mcg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Report Available
3 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
80210
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| RUFI | Rufinamide, S | 59323-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 63030 | Rufinamide, S | 59323-6 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) with the specimen.