Fluconazole (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Fluconazole (Blood)

Alternate Names	Diflucan, Fluconazole Level, Fluconazole Level Pre Dose
Test Code	FLUCO
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	4 mL EDTA (Purple Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	Collect just before next dose. If dose changed, remeasure after 5 days.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Daily
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added if plasma is separated and refrigerated within 48 hours.

Container ID	ES, EL, EP
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate.
Laboratory Instructions	Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions Plain (red top) tube or Lithium Heparin (no gel) can be acceptable container types
External Laboratory	Biochemistry, Alfred Pathology Services
Accredited Test	Yes

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