Test Code GENTTR Gentamicin, Trough
Collection Container
Serum gel
Specimen Required
Serum
Other Acceptable Specimen Types
EDTA or heparinized plasma
Special Handling Instructions
Draw immediately before next dose
Specimen Volume
1 mL
Minimum Specimen Volume
0.5 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
Methodology
Kinetic interaction of microparticles in a solution (KIMS)
Days and Times Performed
Test performed daily
Turnaround Time
24 hours
Reference Ranges
0-2.0 mg/L
Units of Measure
mg/L
CPT Code
80170
EMR Interface Order Code
03055
CRITICAL RESULTS
Trough >2 mg/L