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Test Code LAB39 Vancomycin, Trough, Plasma

Performing Laboratory

Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory

Methodology

Kinetic interaction of microparticles in solution (KIMS)

 

Literature References:

Vancomycin reagent package insert. Vanc3 Roche Corporation 05/2015

 

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint green tube

Specimen Volume: Full tube

Collection Instructions: Draw blood no earlier than 60 minutes prior to dose. Trough level for first dose should be drawn just prior to next dose.
Additional Information: Date and time of draw are required.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour

Routine: 2-4 hours 

Test Classification and CPT Coding

80202-Vancomycin

 

Reference Values

Setting Target Range
Uncomplicated skin and soft tissue infections 10-20 mcg/mL
All other infections 15-20 mcg/mL
Critical value ≥ 25.0 mcg/mL

 

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Additional Information

For BJH Laboratory Use Only

Alternate Tube(s):

1 red-top tube

1 lavender-top (EDTA) tube

 

Analyte Stability:

  • Unprocessed sample stability:
    • Ambient - 2 hours
    • Refrigerated (2 - 8°C) - 8 hours
  • Processed sample stability:
    • Ambient - 2 days
    • Refrigerated (2 - 8°C) - 14 days
    • Frozen (≤ -20°C) - 12 months
  • See Analyte Stability Chart under General Information for a complete list.

Laboratory Processing Instructions:

Test performed in BJH Core Lab.  Processed by automated line for delivery to the Cobas 8000. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 5 days.

LOINC Code Information

Name LOINC Code
Vancomycin, Trough, Plasma 4092-3