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Test Code AMIKP Amikacin, Peak

Performing Laboratory

ChristianaCare-Newark Campus

Methodology

Homogeneous PETINIA Assay

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube: 3.5 mL red top or gold top (SST) tube
Specimen: Full tube
Collection Instructions: Draw specimen 30 minutes after intravenous (IV) dose. Specimen drawn 60 minutes after IV dose is also acceptable.

Note: Label tube with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, or financial number. Date and time of draw, collector’s initials, and type of specimen are also required.

Reference Values

Age and dosing dependent. Refer to lab report. 

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Routine Turnaround Time:  8 hours

STAT Turnaround Time:  not available