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HelpTest Code LAMIC Lamotrigine
Additional Codes
Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Orderable: Lamotrigine Level, Serum
AllScripts (AEHR) Orderable: Lamotrigine Level, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnositcs Nichols Institute, Chantilly, VA
Methodology
Liquid Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS)
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Reference Values
4.0-18.0 mcg/mL
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Red top tube (Gel-top no acceptable)
Specimen: 1 ml Serum (0.5 mL min)
Transport Temperature: Refrigerator
Stability: Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: 14 days
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Tuesday through Saturday
Report available: 3 - 4 days
Computer Interface Code
PDM # 5900890
Used For
Lamotrigine - Lamotrigine is an anticonvulsant drug used as adjunctive treatment for refactory partial seizures.