FLUOX
Prozac
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3645
Synonyms:
Fluoxetine
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top tube or green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Specimen Processing:
Transfer the separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube. Trough levels are most reproducible.
Store and Transport:
Room Temperature. For storage beyond three days, specimen should be refrigerated or frozen.
Stability:
Frozen - 14 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 14 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gel tubes are not allowed.
CPT Codes:
80332 - Fluoxetine Prozac (EAP 30021417)
(If billing Medicare, use G0480)
Method:
Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS)