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HelpTest ID BLOD0681 Tacrolimus
AKA
Tacro, Prograf, FK506
Specimen Type/Requirements
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood
Trough level is most reproducible. Preferred collection time is 30 minutes prior to next dose.
Test is affected by moderate hemolysis and gross lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Greater than 7 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
The therapeutic range for this assay applies to trough samples.
Methodology
One-Step Immunoassay
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
80197