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HelpTest Code GENT P Gentamicin, Peak, Plasma
Additional Codes
LAB28
Important Notes
Gentamicin, Peak, Plasma test is for medical use only.
Special Collection Instructions
Collect 30 minutes after dose
Collection Method
Venous collection
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Container
Gold Top / Serum Separator / Additive Free
Acceptable Specimens
Serum:
- Gold Top SST
- Red Top
Plasma:
- Light Geen Top (lithium heparin)
Reference or Target Ranges
5 - 10 µg/ml
Reportable Units
µg/ml
Critical Value
> 12 µg/ml
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | 2000 mg/dL |
| Icterus Threshold | 20 mg/dL |
| Lipemia Threshold | 1691 mg/dL |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 2 hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 1 week |
| 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
80170
Last review/edit date
2025