TIAG
Tiagabine
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3776
Synonyms:
Gabitril
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:
Trough levels are most reproducible.
Container Type:
Plain red top tube or green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
3 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.6 mL
Specimen Processing:
The serum or plasma should be separated from the cells within 2 hours of collection. Send the serum or plasma in a plastic transport tube.
Gel-tubes are not acceptable!
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Room temperature is adequate for shipping and or short term storage (up to 3 days). Specimens may also be refrigerated or frozen.
Unacceptable Condition:
Gel-barrier tubes
CPT Codes:
80199 - Tiagabine, Drug Screen Quant (EAP 30021584)
Method:
Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)