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HelpTest Code VANCR.1 VANCOMYCIN, RANDOM
Methodology
Homogeneous Particle-Enhanced Turbidimetric Inhibition Immunoassay (PETINIA)
Vancomycin is an antibiotic used to treat life-threatening blood infections by certain gram-negative bacilli. This test is used for monitoring adequacy of blood concentration during vancomycin therapy.
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Serum
Serum Gel Tube
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL (minimum volume: 1
mL) of serum
Collection Instructions: Spin down within 4 hours of draw.
Note: 1. Date and time of last dose and time of draw are required.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Alternate:
Serum
Plain, Red-Top Tube
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL (minimum volume: 1
mL) of serum
Collection Instructions: Spin down within 4 hours of draw.
Note: 1. Date and time of last dose and time of draw are required.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Plasma
Container/Tube: EDTA plasma (lavender top tube).
Specimen Volume: 2 mL (minimum volume: 1 mL) of plasma
Collection Instructions: Spin down within 4 hours of draw.
Note: 1. Date and time of last dose and time of draw are required.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
No established reference values
Performing Laboratory
Logan Health Medical Center-Chemistry
Test Classification and CPT Coding
80202
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate