Risperidone Level (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Risperidone Level (Blood)

Alternate Names	Paliperidone, 9 Hydroxyrisperidone
Test Code	RISP
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	9 mL PLAIN (Red Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	This test is for compliance testing only to identify if the patient is taking the medication.
Collection Instructions	Collect specimen prior to the next dose being given.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store ambient at room temperature
Testing Frequency	Weekly
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	SNG, LH, LHP
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and freeze within 24 hours of collection. Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions Forward sample to Heidelberg laboratory frozen in BioFreeze bottle. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place sample in frozen (-20°C) Sendout tub. Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department Please obtain authorisation from the Chemical Pathologist prior to sending away for testing.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Clinical Pharmacology, PathWest Laboratory Medicine
Accredited Test	Yes

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