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Back VALPROIC ACID (DEPAKENE) | |
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| Test Code: 170 | Specimen Collection: Plasma from a Lavender or Lithium Heparin |
| Component: Valproic Acid | Method: IA |
| Collection Notes: Collect as a trough just before the next dose. Plasma should be physically separated from cells as soon as possible with a maximum limit of 2 hours from the time of collection. Centrifuge and physically separate the plasma using a plastic transfer pipette into a separate plastic transfer tube. | |
| Clinical Utility: Valproic Acid is used in the treatment of seizures and to treat migraine headaches. Valproic Acid levels are useful for monitoring optimal therapeutic levels and for assessing toxicity. | |
| CPT Code: 80164 | Testing Location: Sent to reference lab |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Plasma (1 mL), EDTA Ambient 5 Days Refrigerated 7 Days Frozen 30 Days Plasma (1 mL), Li Heparin Ambient 5 Days Refrigerated 7 Days Frozen 30 Days | |