42950:CYCLOSPORINE
Author PeaceHealth Laboratories
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Methodology: |
Immunoassay (IA) |
Edit Date: |
6/11/2010 |
Performed: |
Daily |
Released: |
Same day as tested |
CPT Code: |
80158 |
Specimen Collection Details |
Collection: |
One 4 mL lavender top tube (EDTA). Patient need not be fasting. |
Handling: |
Store whole blood samples at 2-8° C or lower for up to 7 days. Freeze at -20° C or lower for prolonged storage (up to 3 months). |
Standard Volume: |
1 mL EDTA whole blood. |
Minimum Volume: |
0.5 mL EDTA whole blood. |
Transport: |
Refrigerated. |
Comments: |
Cyclosporine has demonstrated utility in preventing the rejection of new organ transplants. |
Rejection Criteria: |
Heparinized blood specimen. |