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HelpTest Code VAN T Vancomycin, Trough, Serum
Additional Codes
LAB39
Performing Laboratory
Central Peninsula Hospital
Important Notes
Vancomycin, Trough, Serum test is for medical use only.
Collection Instructions
| Trough | Draw immediately prior to dosing |
Collection Method
Venipuncture
Container
Serum (Gold SST or red top tube)
Specimen Type
Preferred
- Serum- Gold Top SST or Red Top
Acceptable
- Plasma- Light Green Top
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 14 days |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 1 year |
Reference or Target Ranges
Trough level: 10.0-20.0 ug/mL
Reportable Units
ug/mL
Critical Value
> 25 µg/ml
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | 1000 mg/dL |
| Icterus Threshold | 60 mg/dL |
| Lipemia Threshold | 1000 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
80202
Last review/edit date
2025