LITHIUM

Test Code: L484Specimen Collection: Serum
Component:

Lithium

Method:

Ion-selective electrode (ISE)

Collection Notes: Collect trough level (just prior to next dose); at least 6 to 12 hours after the last dose.
Clinical Utility: Peak serum levels occur 2 – 4 hours after an oral dose. Lithium carbonate is used in the treatment of patients with manic-depressive affective disorder.
CPT Code: 80178Testing Location: Sent to reference lab
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPE
Temperature:

Serum (1 mL)

Ambient
 
3
 
Days
Refrigerated
 
14
 
Days

Plasma (2 mL) EDTA

Ambient
 
10
 
Days
Refrigerated
 
10
 
Days
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