TOPIR
Topiramate
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3647
Synonyms:
Topamax
TOPI
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top (NO GEL TUBES)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. Draw blood immediately before next scheduled dose.
2. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial; within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Processing:
Transfer the separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 25 days
Refrigerated - 28 days
Room temperature - 28 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gel tubes are not allowed.
CPT Codes:
80201 - Topiramate Topamax (EAP 30021419)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
2-3 days
Method:
Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)