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Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
GRN-PSTAcceptable Collection Container
GRN-PST, SST, R-NoGel, G-NoGel
Collection Instructions
I.V.: 2-4 hours after loading dose; oral – peak: 3-9 hours after dose; trough: immediately prior to next dose. Optimal resampling after change in dosage: 48 hours.
Collection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
0.6 mL in a Green microtainer
Testing Volume
0.2 mL (200 ul)
Rejection Criteria
Inadequate labeling, improper collection.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Separate serum and refrigerate.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
EPIC Code
LAB2552
Turn Around Time
2 hours
Lab Department
Chemistry
Alias
Dilantin; Diphenylhydantoin; Phenytoin;