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1871 : Tacrolimus (FK506)

INFORMATION:

Alternate Name:
Prograf
Methodology:
Enzyme Immunoassay

ORDERING:

Test Code:
1871-3
Turnaround Time:
1 DAY
Preferred Specimen:
Lavender top- EDTA
Collection:
Container Qty Temp Stability
Lavender top- EDTA 2 Freeze, Refrigerate 7 DAYS
Collection Instructions:
LAV: Fill lavender-top (EDTA) tube completely, invert 8-10 times. DO NOT SHAKE TUBE!
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: Submit 2 lavenders when Tacrolimus is ordered in conjunction with any other test requiring lavender.
Specimen Comment:
Frozen samples are viable for 6 months. Plasma aliquots will be rejected
Alternative Specimen:
Pediatric Lavender

Billing:

CPT Codes:
80197 x 1

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