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.