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HelpTest Code VAL Valproic Acid, (Depakote)
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Specimen Requirements
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Please use preferred tube types whenever possible.
Preferred Container/Tube Type: Green Top (Lithium Heparin) Tube
Alternate Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Transport refrigerated.
Collection Instructions: Trough specimen should be drawn immediately prior to a dose.
Note: Time of patient’s last dose is required.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
50-100 µg/mL
| Call Back Values | Results |
|---|---|
| Critical value | ≥150 µg/mL |
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80164
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory
South Coastal Campus Laboratory
Specimen Tube Color
| Tube Cap Color | Tube Name | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | Mint Green Lithium Heparin | |
| Alternate | Serum Separator Tubes (SST) |