AMIOD
Amiodarone
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3644
Synonyms:
Cordarone
AMIOD
AMIO
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top (NO GEL TUBES)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. Draw blood no sooner than 12 hours (trough value) after last dose or immediately before next scheduled dose.
2. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial within 2 hours of collection.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 28 days
Refrigerated - 28 days
Room temperature - 24 hours
Unacceptable Condition:
Gel tubes are not acceptable.
CPT Codes:
80151 - Amiodarone Cordarone (EAP 30021416)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
3-6 days
Method:
Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)