Test Code GABA Gabapentin, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST is not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect specimen immediately before next scheduled dose.
2. Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
Ambient | 28 days | ||
Frozen | 28 days |
Reference Values
2.0-20.0 mcg/mL
Toxic Range: ≥25.0 mcg/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
CPT Code Information
80171
Report Available
Same day/1 to 2 daysSpecimen Retention Time
2 weeksReject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | OK |
Gross icterus | OK |