GENT RN
Gentamicin, Random, Serum or Plasma
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2154
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Required Patient Info:
Include information concerning dosage, dosage schedule, and other antimicrobials given concurrently.
Container Type:
Plain red top tube or green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Specimen Processing:
1. Separate the serum or plasma from the cells within 1 hour of collection.
2. Indicate the specimen type on the request form and on the tube.
3. The date and time of draw are required on the request form for processing.
4.If testing is delayed more than 2 hours from the time of specimen collection, then the serum or plasma needs to be frozen until tested.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Refrigerated - 7 days
Room temperature - 24 hours
CPT Codes:
80170 - Gentamicin Random (EAP 30012640)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Reference Ranges:
< 2.0
ug/mL