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HelpTest Code LAB24 Valproic Acid
Specimen Requirement
1.0 mL serum or Lithium Heparin plasma; SST and PST acceptable.
Avoid prolonged contact with red blood cells.
Specimen Stability
48 hours at 2-8° C
7 days at -20° C
Referring lab: Transport specimen frozen.
Testing Schedule
Daily
Reference Range
50 – 150 ug/mL
Testing Department
Chemistry
Method
Homogenous Microparticle – enhanced turbidmetric immunoassay
CPT Code
80164
Additional Testing Locations
This test is also performed daily at the following Altru Clinic:
- 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