Test Code DIG Digoxin
Methodology
Photometric
Specimen Requirements
Please use preferred tube types whenever possible.
Preferred Container/Tube Type: Green Top (Lithium Heparin) Tube
Alternate Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Transport refrigerated.
NOTE: Draw blood at least 6 hours after last dose.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
0.8-2.0 ng/mL
| Call Back Values | Results |
|---|---|
| Critical value (automatic call-back) | >2.0 ng/mL |
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80162
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory
South Coastal Campus Laboratory
Specialty Surgical Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Tube Color
| Tube Cap Color | Tube Name | |
|---|---|---|
| Preferred | Mint Green Lithium Heparin | |
| Alternate | Serum Separator Tubes (SST) |