Test Code DIA Diazepam and Nordiazepam, Serum
Test Down Notes
This test is temporarily unavailable due to instrumentation issues. As an alternate, order ZW86 (1501SP). For additional details, see test update here.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (Serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
Ambient | 14 days | ||
Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Therapeutic concentrations
Diazepam and Nordiazepam: 200-2,500 ng/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday
CPT Code Information
80299
Report Available
3 to 7 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysReject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | OK |
Gross icterus | OK |