Amikacin Lvl, Peak (APK)
Department: Chemistry
Test Synonym(s): LAB145, APK, AKL, Amikin
CPT Codes: 80150
Methodology: Particle-Enhanced Turbidimetric Inhibition Immunoassay (PETINIA)
Reference Range: 0 - 150 years: 20-30 mcg/mL
Tube Type: Dark green top (Sodium Heparin)
Specimen: Blood
Alternate Specimen: Red top (no gel)
Pediatric Requirements: 1 dark green top microtainer
Volume: 5 mL Blood
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL Serum or plasma
Temperature: Refrigerated
Stability: Refrigerated: 7 days, Frozen at -10 C if stored longer than 14 days
Reasons for Rejection: Hemolysis, Lipemia, Icteric specimens; specimens containing RF, HAMA type 1-2 (human anti-mouse antibodies), and Total Protein, improper collection, QNS
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
TAT: STAT: 1 hour; Routine: 2 hours
Significance: Peak serum levels generally - draw 30 minutes after 30 min IV - Submit: date/time IV start, date/time IV stop, peak collection date/time, dosage amount/intervalÂ
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