LITHIUM | |
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Test Code: L484 | Specimen 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: 80178 | Testing Location: Sent to reference lab |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Serum (1 mL) Ambient 3 Days Refrigerated 14 Days Plasma (2 mL) EDTA Ambient 10 Days Refrigerated 10 Days |