Test Code LAB23 Digoxin
Specimen Requirement
1.0 mL serum of Lithium Heparin plasma; SST and PST acceptable.
Avoid prolonged contact with red blood cells.
Avoid hemolysis.
Specimen Stability
48 hours at 2-8° C
7 days at -20° C
Testing Schedule
Daily
Reference Range
0.8 – 2.1 ng/mL
Testing Department
Chemistry
Method
Particle-enhanced turbidimetric immunoassay (PETIA)
CPT Code
80162
Additional Testing Locations
This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinics:
- Crookston
- Devils Lake
Please contact appropriate lab location for specific test information, as methodology varies by site.
Outpatient Turnaround Time
24 hours after receipt
Inpatient STAT Turnaround Time
45 minutes after receipt
Inpatient Routine Turnaround Time
4 hours after receipt