LEVETIRAC
Levetiracetam
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3654
Synonyms:
Keppra
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top, lavender top (EDTA) or green top (heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.2 mL
Specimen Processing:
Transfer the separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube within 2 hours of collection.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Frozen - 105 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 14 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gel tubes are NOT acceptable.
CPT Codes:
80177 - Levetiracetam, Drug Screen Quant (EAP 30021428)
Method:
Liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectometry (LC/MS-MS)
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges