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HelpTest Code GENT T Gentamicin, Trough, Plasma
Additional Codes
LAB26
Important Notes
Gentamicin, Trough, Plasma test is for medical use only.
Collection Instructions
Collect immediately prior to dosing
Collection Method
Venous collection
Container
Gold Top / Serum Separator / Additive Free
Specimen Type
Preferred
Serum- Gold Top SST or Red Top
Acceptable
Plasma -Light Geen Top (lithium heparin)
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 2 hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 7 days |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 28 days |
Reference or Target Ranges
< 2.0 µg/ml
Reportable Units
µg/ml
Critical Value
> 2 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 |
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