Test Code 9619 Sulfamethoxazole, Serum
Additional Codes
Mayo Test ID |
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SFZ |
Reporting Name
Sulfamethoxazole, SUseful For
Monitoring sulfamethoxazole therapy to ensure drug absorption, clearance, or compliance
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (gel tubes/SST are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Serum for a peak level should be collected 60 minutes after dose.
2. Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
For non hospital patient, call Barnes Jewish Hospital Laboratory Customer Service at 314-362-1470 for STAT pick-up.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
Ambient | 28 days | ||
Frozen | 28 days |
Reference Values
>50 mcg/mL (Peak)
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
80299
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
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SFZ | Sulfamethoxazole, S | 10342-4 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
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8238 | Sulfamethoxazole, S | 10342-4 |
Report Available
2 to 5 daysMethod Name
Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) with the specimen.
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Laboratory Processing Instructions:
BJH Chemistry will forward to the performing laboratory. Do not reject specimen if not received on ice.