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Test Code DIG Digoxin, Serum

Additional Codes

LAB23

Special Collection Instructions

Specimen should be collected at least 6-8 hours after drug administration.

Collection Method

Venous collection

Minimum Volume

0.5ml

Container

Lt Green / Plasma Separator / Lithium Heparin

Acceptable Specimens

Serum:

  • Gold Top SST
  • Red Top


Plasma:

  • Light Geen Top (lithium heparin)

Reference or Target Ranges

Age Male Female
All ages 0.5-2 0.5-2

 

Reportable Units

ng/mL

Critical Value

≥ 2.5 ng/ml

Reasons for Rejection

Hemolysis Threshold 1000 mg/dL
Icterus Threshold 60 mg/dL
Lipemia Threshold 850 mL
Other QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type

Specimen Stability

Ambient 6 hours
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) 24 hours
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) 2 weeks

Performance Information

Days and Time Performed 24/7
Expected Turn Around Time Stat: 1 hour
Routine: 4 hours
Stat Availability Yes
Performing Bench CPH Chemistry
Methodology/Method Description Roche Cobas 

CPT Codes

80162

Last review/edit date

March 2024