Teicoplanin Level (Blood) Test

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Alternate Names	Teicoplanin Level Post Dose, Teicoplanin Level Pre Dose
Test Code	TEICO, TEIC0, TEICP
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	Specimens collected routinely as pre dose. Post doses are collected 1 hour post dose. Spot tests may also be collected. Record exact times of collection, and time of last dose on the request form.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Monday - Friday
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, if refrigerated.

Container ID

S, SP, LH, LHP

CSR Instructions

Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate.

Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions

Laboratory Instructions

None

External Laboratory

Biochemistry, Melbourne Health Shared Pathology Service

Accredited Test

Yes

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