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HelpTest ID BLOD0032 Quinidine, Serum
Useful For
Assessing and adjusting quinidine dosage for optimal therapeutic level
Assessing quinidine toxicity
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 14 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 2 daysMethod Name
Kinetic Interaction of Microparticles in Solution (KIMS)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
80194
Secondary ID
8302Reporting Name
Quinidine, SReference Values
Therapeutic: 2.0-5.0 mcg/mL
Critical value: ≥6.0 mcg/mL
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) with the specimen.
Sanford Laboratories - Fargo Additional Information:
SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 3457 | Quinidine |